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Choti

चोटी
CHO-tee

Choti (चोटी) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a traditional Indian braid or plait. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer CHOTI (5).

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Meaning & usage

Choti refers to a braid or plait of hair, commonly worn by women in India. It is a traditional hairstyle where the hair is divided into three sections and interwoven. The choti is often adorned with flowers or ribbons during cultural events and festivals.

In a sentence

She wore her hair in a beautiful choti adorned with jasmine flowers for the wedding.

Choti as a crossword answer

Choti is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A traditional Indian braid or plait” (5)

Play the crossword that uses it — MG Mini #1118

Category: General Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

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