Definition/Meaning of shalwar
- English - Noun: shalwar ( plural shalwars ) ( in singular or plural ) Loose trousers worn in some South Asian or Islamic countries , especially by women but also by men , especially with a kamees . 1962 , Vladimir Nabokov, Pale Fire : How I longed to have him (my gardener , not my landlord) wear a great big turban , and shalwars , and an ankle bracelet . Synonyms galligaskins Translations Derived terms…
- English - Alternative forms: salwar , salvar shalvar , shulwar , shulwaur
- English - Etymology: From Urdu Ø´ÙÙار ( ÅalvÄr ), from Persian Ø´ÙÙار ( Å¡alvâr ).
- English - Pronunciation: IPA (key) : /ËÊÊlvÉË/
- English - Anagrams: sharwal