Chowpal

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of chaupal, a village meeting-place. India, alt-of, alternative

    "He yearns for his village chowpal (meeting place) and fondly remembers the pleasant nights he spent in bhajan, kirtan, or folksongs with his village companions."

  2. 2
    Alternative form of chowpaul, a kind of litter. India, alt-of, alternative

    "The second type was Chowpal. It had a very light bed or sofa cover with a bamboo arch over it—It was attended by servants carrying umbrellas. This was in demand for ceremonies such as marriage processions etc."

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"He yearns for his village chowpal (meeting place) and fondly remembers the pleasant nights he spent in bhajan, kirtan, or folksongs with his village companions."

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