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Synonyms of bindi

6 similar words

Another word for bindi is tilak. Other synonyms of bindi are kumkum and sindoor.

Synonyms and similar words for bindi

nounThe “holy dot” traditionally worn on the forehead of Hindu women.

  • kumkumA red powder, made from saffron or turmeric, used ceremonially by Hindu women to make various markings on the body...
  • pottu
  • sindoorA traditional red or orange cosmetic powder from India, usually worn by Hindu women along the parting of the hair as a...
  • tika
  • tilakA mark or symbol worn on the forehead by Hindus, ornamentally or as an indication of status.
  • tilakam

Meaning of bindi

  1. noun The “holy dot” traditionally worn on the forehead of Hindu women.
  2. noun Makeup or jewellery worn in imitation of such a dot.
  3. noun The common lawn weed, Soliva sessilis, introduced to Australia from South America.

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Questions about synonyms of bindi

What is another word for bindi?
Bindi has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as tilak, kumkum and sindoor.
What does bindi mean?
Bindi means the “holy dot” traditionally worn on the forehead of Hindu women.

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