Ẹdun
Meaning of Ẹdun
The colobus monkey (used as a nickname for twins).
Extended Meaning
The Yoruba name for the ursine colobus monkey. It has a deep significance in Yorùbá culture as being the spiritual counterpart of twins. Thus, Ẹdun are regarded as sacred and forbidden from being eaten, especially by families with twins. See Orlando Owoh Album "Sisi Salewa" for full story. Also see Ẹdúnjọbí.
Morphology
ẹdun
Gloss
| Part | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ẹdun | colobus monkey |
Geolocation
Common in:
GENERAL
Famous Persons
- Dénrelé Ẹdun
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