Cunjah

/ˈkʌndʒə/ noun

Definition

A traditional South Asian structure, typically a temporary pavilion or open-sided shelter made of poles and cloth.

Etymology

From Hindi 'kunja' or similar South Asian languages, describing a simple open-sided shelter or rest pavilion common in India and surrounding regions.

Kelly Says

A cunjah is basically the ancient ancestor of the tent—when British colonizers in India needed shelter during travels, they adopted these simple genius structures!

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