English Explanatory Dictionary

painjan

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A traditional Indian anklet, often adorned with small bells or intricate designs. The delicate sound produced by the bells as the wearer moves is considered auspicious and adds a musical quality to footsteps.

Pronunciation

/paɪnˈdʒʌn/

Word forms

painjan painjans

Etymology

Borrowed from Hindi पैंजन (paiñjan)

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