Bantaeng
from makassar
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noun
Proper Name
From makassar
Definition
A regency in South Sulawesi
Etymology
Derived from the Makassar language 'ba'teng' meaning stomach or center. The name refers to the geographical position of the region, which has been considered the center or core of the southern coastal area of South Sulawesi since ancient kingdoms.
Semantic Category
Specific names of cities, countries, or entities (e.g., Jakarta, Indonesia).
Proper Name