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Tawaif

तवायफ़
said ta-waa-eef
also written: tawaif, tawaaif
Meaning

A courtesan trained as an accomplished singer and dancer of the classical salon tradition.

Related words
ARABIC

Mujra

A courtesan's performance of song and dance.

SANSKRIT

Thumri

A light classical vocal form expressing romantic and devotional themes.

SANSKRIT

Naach

A dance.

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