Guano
gua·no
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noun
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Definition
Deposits of dried seabird excrement accumulated on small islands or coasts, rich in phosphorus and nitrogen, used as organic fertilizer.
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish 'guano', which originates from the Quechua word 'wanu' meaning fertilizer.
Semantic Category
Valid foreign words used within an Indonesian context (e.g., startup, gadget).
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