What does Elder council member (old wisdom keeper) mean?

Part of elder's council For example: "Elder council member bi digal na (Old wisdom keeper advised)"

Where does the slang word Elder council member (old wisdom keeper) come from?

Elder council member (old wisdom keeper) is a slang term from Gambia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Gambia and across Africa.

Elder council member (old wisdom keeper)

🇬🇲 Gambia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Elder council member (old wisdom keeper) definition 1

Part of elder's council

"Elder council member bi digal na (Old wisdom keeper advised)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇬🇲 Gambia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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