Kovil

//ˈkoːvɪl// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A Hindu temple built in a distinct style of Dravidian architecture. Hinduism

    "Aruna went to the Pittsburgh Perumal kovil yesterday."

Example

More examples

"Aruna went to the Pittsburgh Perumal kovil yesterday."

Etymology

Transliteration of Tamil கோவில் (kōvil, “King's residence, temple”). See also Malay kuil.

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