Doli
डोली
DOH-lee
Doli (डोली) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a traditional palanquin used in Indian weddings. In crosswords it is the 4-letter answer DOLI (4).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #591.
Meaning & usage
A doli is a traditional palanquin used in Indian weddings to carry the bride to her new home. It symbolizes the transition and journey of the bride from her parental home to her marital home. The doli is often beautifully decorated and is an important part of the wedding ceremony in many Indian cultures.
In a sentence
The bride arrived at the wedding venue in a beautifully adorned doli.
Doli as a crossword answer
Doli is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A traditional palanquin used in Indian weddings” (4)
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