CultureAugust 15, 2026

chador

CHAH-dohr

Definition

A traditional garment, specifically a long, loose, often shawl-like mantle covering the body and head, but used here to describe a specific style of woven textile and traditional attire from Assam.

Etymology

Derived from the Persian word 'chādor,' meaning 'tent' or 'veil,' which entered English via various trade and cultural exchanges, typically referring to the traditional outer garment worn in parts of South Asia and the Middle East.

In the news

The word is used to describe the 'Mekhla chador,' a traditional two-piece garment from Assam featured as one of the 22 regional textile traditions celebrated in the Google Doodle.

Google Doodle celebrates Independence Day 2026 with 22 diverse textiles

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The Times of India

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