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Nakhra

नखरा
NAKH-ra

A display of exaggerated pride or vanity, often playful.

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Meaning & usage

Nakhra refers to a display of exaggerated pride, vanity, or coquettish behavior. It is often used to describe playful or affected mannerisms, particularly in the context of flirting or showing off. The term is commonly used in Hindi and Punjabi-speaking regions and has been popularized in Bollywood films and music.

In a sentence

She put on quite a nakhra when he complimented her dress.

As seen in crosswords

Nakhra is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A display of exaggerated pride or vanity, often playful” (6)

Category: General Origin: Hindi Script: Hindi

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