ìrùkẹ̀rẹ̀
noun
/ì.ɾù.kɛ̀.ɾɛ̀/
ùrùkẹ̀rẹ̀ (alternative)
Definitions
- a white (or black) flywhisk, used as a symbol of authority by chiefs, priests, and monarchs, and also used during dancing and rituals in festivals
Etymology
From Blend of ìrù (“tail”) + kẹ̀rẹ̀ (“to be important”), literally “The tail that is important”.
Component words
ìrùtailkẹ̀rẹ̀to be important
Source: Wiktionary,
where this word is spelled “irukẹrẹ”.
Reference:
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