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purdah in Malay

purdah

/ˈpɜːdə/US/ˈpɝdə/

purdah in Malay: purdah. In English, purdah means a curtain, especially one used in some Hindu or Muslim traditions to conceal women from the gaze of people, particularly men and strangers.

Malay words for purdah

long veil or other attire covering most of the body, worn by women in some Muslim societies
purdah

English meaning of purdah

  1. noun A curtain, especially one used in some Hindu or Muslim traditions to conceal women from the gaze of people, particularly men and strangers.
  2. noun A long veil or other attire covering most of the body, worn by women in some Muslim societies.
  3. noun The situation or system of secluding women from the gaze of people, particularly men and strangers, in some Muslim and Hindu traditions, by using a curtain or screen, and/or wearing a face veil or attire covering most of the body.
  4. noun Keeping apart; isolation, seclusion; also, concealment, secrecy.

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Questions about purdah in Malay

What is the meaning of purdah in Malay?
Purdah in Malay is purdah.
Apakah maksud purdah dalam bahasa Melayu?
Purdah: purdah.
What does purdah mean in English?
Purdah means a curtain, especially one used in some Hindu or Muslim traditions to conceal women from the gaze of people, particularly men and strangers.

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