Etymology

dandiya

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Today it means: A stick, representing a sword, used in the dandiya raas dance. Full definition →

First used 20th c.
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The story

Shortened form of dandiya raas.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 20th c. A stick, representing a sword, used in the dandiya raas dance.

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