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purdah: Meaning and Definition of
pur•dah
Pronunciation: (pûr'du), [key]
— n.
- the seclusion of women from the sight of men or strangers, practiced by some Muslims and Hindus.
- a screen, curtain, or veil used for this purpose.
See also:
- purdah (Thesaurus)
