Tawanan karang

from indonesia

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arkais
Abstract Concept
From indonesia

Definition

Goods, ships, or people seized due to running aground near the coast, according to customary law or classical practice.

Etymology

Combination of 'tawanan' (captive) and 'karang' (coral), referring to the practice of seizing goods from ships wrecked on reefs.

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