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Luka-chuppi

LOO-ka CHOO-pee

A traditional Indian hide-and-seek game.

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Meaning & usage

Luka-chuppi, also known as hide-and-seek, is a popular children's game in India where one person closes their eyes and counts while the others hide. The seeker then tries to find the hidden players. The game is a staple of childhood across various cultures in India, often played in open spaces or homes.

In a sentence

The children spent the afternoon playing luka-chuppi in the garden.

As seen in crosswords

Luka-chuppi is a 10-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A traditional Indian hide-and-seek game” (4,6)

Category: General Origin: Hindi

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