Warli
वारली
WAR-lee
Warli (वारली) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a tribal art form from Maharashtra, India. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer WARLI (5).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #372.
Meaning & usage
Warli is a traditional tribal art form originating from the Warli tribe in Maharashtra, India. Characterized by its simple, monochromatic motifs depicting daily life, nature, and social rituals, Warli art is painted on mud walls using rice paste. This art form has gained international recognition for its unique style and cultural significance.
In a sentence
The walls of the village were adorned with beautiful Warli paintings that told stories of their heritage.
Warli as a crossword answer
Warli is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A tribal art form from Maharashtra, India” (5)
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