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Malay
Etymology
Proto-Malayo-Polynesian *empeŋ (“block, obstruct, dam a stream”).
Pronunciation
Verb
empang (Jawi spelling امڤڠ)
- to block something by building a wall-like structure (e.g. dam etc.)
- Synonyms: galang, lintang
Dinding laut itu digunakan untuk mengempang ombak-ombak yang kuat.- That sea wall is used to block the strong waves.
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