turkana

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Definition:

Turkana is a term that can refer to:

A language spoken by the Turkana people in Kenya.
A region in Kenya, inhabited by the Turkana people.
A tribe of pastoralists living in the Turkana region of Kenya.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A language spoken by the Turkana people in Kenya.

Example Sentence:

The Turkana language is classified as a Nilotic language and is spoken by around one million people.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 2:

A region in Kenya, inhabited by the Turkana people.

Example Sentence:

The Turkana region is known for its arid and semi-arid climate, making it a challenging environment for agriculture.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 3:

A tribe of pastoralists living in the Turkana region of Kenya.

Example Sentence:

The Turkana tribe relies on livestock such as camels, goats, and cattle for their sustenance and livelihood.