Haldi

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Synonym of turmeric. India, uncountable

    "Children, during growth period, should be given a glass of milk with 23 gms of haldi powder daily. It will promote their growth, strengthen bones, purify blood and aid in the digestive process. Haldi powder sprinkled on open wounds […]"

Example

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"Children, during growth period, should be given a glass of milk with 23 gms of haldi powder daily. It will promote their growth, strengthen bones, purify blood and aid in the digestive process. Haldi powder sprinkled on open wounds […]"

Etymology

Borrowed from Hindi हलदी (haldī), from Sanskrit हलदी (haladī).

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