Khatmal
खटमल
KHAT-muhl
Khatmal (खटमल) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a bedbug, a common household pest. In crosswords it is the 7-letter answer KHATMAL (7).
Meaning & usage
Khatmal refers to bedbugs, small parasitic insects that feed on human blood. They are often found in bedding and furniture, causing discomfort and irritation with their bites. The term is commonly used in Indian households to describe these pests, which can be a nuisance in homes and hotels.
In a sentence
We had to call an exterminator because our house was infested with khatmal.
Khatmal as a crossword answer
Khatmal is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A bedbug, a common household pest” (7)
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