Mawaali
मवाली
mah-WAH-lee
Mawaali (मवाली) is a Hindi, Marathi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a term for a rogue or hooligan in Hindi slang. In crosswords it is the 7-letter answer MAWAALI (7).
Meaning & usage
In Hindi slang, 'Mawaali' refers to a rogue, hooligan, or rowdy person. It is often used to describe someone who engages in unruly or disruptive behavior. The term has its origins in Hindi and Marathi, where it is used colloquially to refer to individuals who are seen as troublemakers or delinquents.
In a sentence
The group of mawaalis caused a ruckus in the market, disturbing the peace.
Mawaali as a crossword answer
Mawaali is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A term for a rogue or hooligan in Hindi slang” (7)
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