Purdah
پردہ
PUR-dah
Purdah (پردہ) is a Persian-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a curtain or veil used for privacy or seclusion, especially for women. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer PURDAH (6).
Meaning & usage
Purdah refers to the practice of secluding women from public observation by means of clothing, curtains, or physical segregation. It is a cultural and religious practice found in some Muslim and Hindu communities, where it symbolizes modesty and privacy. The term originates from the Persian word 'pardeh', meaning 'curtain' or 'veil'.
In a sentence
The women observed purdah during the family gathering, staying in a separate room.
Purdah as a crossword answer
Purdah is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A curtain or veil used for privacy or seclusion, especially for women” (6)
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