Wonokromo

from jawa

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From jawa

Definition

The name of a district in the city of Surabaya, historically known as a commercial hub and a strategic site in the history of the Indonesian struggle for independence.

Etymology

Derived from the Javanese 'wono' meaning forest and 'kromo' referring to manners or society, literally meaning a forest where a community resides.

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