Definition of burka Burka

bur•ka

We found 3 definitions of burka from 2 different sources.

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What does burka mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

burka - a loose garment (usually with veiled holes for the eyes) worn by Muslim women especially in India and Pakistan; "the Taliban forced all women to wear the burqa"
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  • burka (Noun)
    An Islamic garment that covers the whole body, which has a net screen covering the eyes so they cannot be seen, and is worn by women.
  • burka (Noun)
    A dress made from felt or karakul the short curly fur of young lambs of the breed of that name, traditionally worn by men of the Caucasus region.

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burka in sign language
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