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Word: Mehndi
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
early 19th century (originally denoting the henna plant): Hindi, from Sanskrit mendhikā ‘henna plant’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈmɛndi
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the art or practice of applying temporary henna tattoos, especially as part of a bride or groom's preparations for a wedding
Short Definition:art or practice of applying temporary henna tattoos
Examples:- mehndi is a part of Eid festivities
- these included a mehndi ceremony where the bride had henna tattoos placed on her hands and arms
Variant Forms:
- mehendi
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