From Gujarati, a stepwell—an elaborately designed subterranean water structure common in the Indian subcontinent, particularly Gujarat and Rajasthan.
From Gujarati, a stepwell—an elaborately designed subterranean water structure common in the Indian subcontinent, particularly Gujarat and Rajasthan. Vaavs feature descending flights of steps leading to a well shaft, often lined with ornate carvings. Rani ki Vav in Patan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Tourists descended the carved steps of the ancient vaav, marvelling at the sculptures that lined every tier.
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(India) A stepwell.
Vaav means: A stepwell.. It is mainly Indian English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
vaav means: A stepwell.. Register: informal, Indian English. Often not understood outside its region; gloss the word on first use when writing for an international audience. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.
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