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Definition purdah in American English

purdah noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈpɜrdə/
1

the practice among some Muslims and Hindus of keeping women apart, and having them wear clothing that covers their bodies completely when they go out

Example

His future wife would observe purdah.

Example

a woman in purdah

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Definition purdah in American English