veshti
An Indian term for the dhoti, the traditional lower garment worn by men in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
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An Indian term for the dhoti, the traditional lower garment worn by men in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The veshti is a length of white cotton cloth wrapped and tucked around the waist. The term is specific to South Indian usage where it refers to the formal or traditional version.
He changed into a fresh white veshti before the temple ceremony.
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(India) A dhoti.
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