Johar baru

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Definition

Name of a district in Jakarta

Etymology

A district name in Jakarta derived from the combination of 'johar' (a type of tree, Cassia siamea) and 'baru' (new). The name refers to an area once characterized by johar trees that was later developed into a new settlement.

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