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Meaning of thushi | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
ˈtʊʃi

Definitions

A traditional necklace style originating from Maharashtra, India. It is a choker-like ornament made of closely knit gold beads arranged in intricate patterns, often adorned with a central decorative pendant.

Examples

“Besides in its natural form, the tulsi is worn in gold by Hindu women in the ornaments known as tulsipatti or thushi.”
“The same may be said of other minor ornaments of modern date such as thushi, bindi, and others.”
“Jewellery such as tanmani, bormal, Ranihar, kolhapuri saaj, thushi are worn on the neck;…”

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This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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