Sanskrit · noun · Everyday Life

Chunariya

चुनरिया

said chu-na-RI-ya

also written: chunari, chunri

Meaning

A dyed scarf or veil (tender folk diminutive of chunari); often stained with the colour of love.

Literally: from Skt cunari

Related words

A light dyed or tie-dyed scarf or veil worn by women; an emblem of modesty and adornment.

A long veil or wrap a woman drapes over her head and shoulders.