Gamcha
গামছা
GAHM-chah
A traditional Indian cotton towel or cloth.
Meaning & usage
Gamcha is a traditional piece of cloth, often made of cotton, commonly used in India and Bangladesh. It is versatile, serving as a towel, a wrap, or even a head covering. The gamcha is especially popular in rural areas and is known for its absorbency and lightweight nature, making it ideal for hot climates.
In a sentence
After his bath, he wrapped a gamcha around his shoulders to dry off.
As seen in crosswords
Gamcha is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A traditional Indian cotton towel or cloth” (6)
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