zinar

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A necklace with amulets used ceremonially by Hindus.
  2. A sacred thread or cord worn by certain Hindus; a janeu or brahminical thread.

Word forms

zinar zinars

Etymology

Borrowed from Marathi झीनार (jhīnār, “necklace”); ultimately from Arabic زینار (zinar, “belt, sash”).

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