shalwar

Meaning

Noun

  • Loose trousers worn in some South Asian or Islamic countries, especially by women but also by men, especially with a kamees.

Origin

  • From Hindi शलवार/सलवार or Urdu شلوار/سلوار, from Persian شلوار.

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