English Explanatory Dictionary

mehndi

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A henna plant (Lawsonia inermis).
  2. The preparation of this plant used for dyeing.
  3. A temporary skin decoration made with henna.
  4. The practice of applying such decoration, typically as part of a bride or groom's preparations for a wedding.

Word forms

mehndi mehndis mendi mendy mehendi

Etymology

Borrowed from Hindustani मेहंदी (mehandī) / مہندی (mihandī), from Sanskrit मेन्धिका (mendhikā). First attested in the 19th century.

Synonyms

henna tattoo mehendi
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