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Purdah Definition & Meaning

purdah
noun
  1. a state of social isolation
  2. the traditional Hindu or Muslim system of keeping women secluded
  3. a screen used in India to separate women from men or strangers

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  • "honeymoon in purdah"
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Frequently asked questions

What does purdah mean?
a state of social isolation the traditional Hindu or Muslim system of keeping women secluded a screen used in India to separate women from men or strangers
What part of speech is purdah?
Purdah is a noun.
How many definitions does purdah have?
Purdah has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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