Definition of Purdah

1. Noun. A state of social isolation.

Exact synonyms: Solitude
Generic synonyms: Isolation

2. Noun. The traditional Hindu or Muslim system of keeping women secluded.
Exact synonyms: Sex Segregation
Generic synonyms: Segregation, Separatism

3. Noun. A screen used in India to separate women from men or strangers.
Generic synonyms: Screen

Definition of Purdah

1. n. A curtain or screen; also, a cotton fabric in blue and white stripes, used for curtains.

Definition of Purdah

1. a curtain used in India to seclude women [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Purdah

Purcell
purchasable
purchase
purchased
purchaser
purchasers
purchases
purchase agreement
purchase contract
purchase order
purchase price
purchasing
purchasing agent
purchasing department
purda
purdah (current term)
purdahed
purdahs
purdas
pure
pure(a)
pureblood
pureblooded
purebloods
purebred
purebreds
pured
puree
pureed
pureeing

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