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segar


Meanings
  • noun

    A type of traditional Malay water pipe used for smoking tobacco.

    - "Siti uses a segar to smoke during traditional Malay gatherings."
    - "The segar is an essential part of Malay culture for smoking."

Variants
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saggar , saggars , sagger , saggers
Etymology
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The word 'segar' originated from the Malay language, meaning 'fresh' or 'new'. The term was adopted for the water pipe due to the freshness of the smoke it produces.


Trivia
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  1. The segar was traditionally made from bamboo or clay.

  2. The smoke from a segar is often believed to have medicinal properties.

  3. The segar is also known as a 'kretek' in Indonesian culture.


Related Concepts
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  1. Water pipe: A device used for smoking various substances, especially tobacco, through water.

  2. Tobacco: A plant native to the Americas, whose leaves are used for various purposes, primarily for smoking.


Culture
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The segar is a significant cultural symbol in Malay society, often used during traditional gatherings and ceremonies. It is also a popular item for tourists to experience Malay culture.

How to Memorize "segar"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a traditional Malay gathering with people smoking from their segars.

  2. associate

    - Associate the segar with Malay culture and traditions.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'segar' as 'Smoke-A-Gathering' to associate it with the traditional Malay water pipe.


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