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Leni

LAY-nee

Leni is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning leni means caves in Marathi. In crosswords it is the 4-letter answer LENI (4).

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Meaning & usage

It typically refers to ancient rock-cut structures, often carved by Buddhist monks, and has its roots in the Sanskrit word layan (meaning home). Eg. Pandavleni caves in Nashik

Leni as a crossword answer

Leni is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:

“Leni means caves in Marathi” (4)

Category: Food Origin: Hindi

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