Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Word 16th Aug 2011


Word: Palanquin
Form: noun
Meaning: A palanquin or palki was a kind of litter used in India for the conveyance of travelers. It was a wooden, rectangular box with movable sides and was large enough to allow the passenger to sit or lie down. It was carried by four bearers, by means of two poles passed through rings attached to it.

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