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purdah

Typically of women, the practice of being hidden away or constrained from society. Either self-imposed, or by society (as in several Muslim states).
She's gone into purdah during her exams.

In Mughal Empire, purdah was the usual state for most noble women.
by Rahulmansi June 11, 2006
mugGet the purdahmug.

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