Arabic · noun · Poetry, Speech & Art
Ishaara
इशारा
said i-SHAA-raa
also written: Ishara,Isharah,Ishaarah
Meaning
A hint, gesture or indirect indication — pointing to a meaning without stating it openly.
Literally: a sign, a pointing
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