"chunni" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: chunnis [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} chunni (plural chunnis)
  1. A long scarf worn by South Asian women. Categories (topical): Neckwear Synonyms: dupatta, chunari, chunri

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