Wajit

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Definition

non-standard form of 'wajik', a traditional sweet snack made from glutinous rice, sugar, and coconut milk.

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Etymology

A phonetic variant of the word 'wajik' originating from Old Javanese. In Sundanese dialects, the suffix '-k' often shifts to '-t'. This term refers to a sweet glutinous rice snack historically served during traditional ceremonies in Java and West Java.

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