English Explanatory Dictionary

pichvai

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An Indian temple hanging consisting of cotton cloth painted with scenes from the life of the Hindu deity Lord Krishna (always blue), and used as a backdrop for his idol; also used decoratively in homes.

Word forms

pichvai pichvais pichhavai

Etymology

Literal meaning: "something at the back".

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