almirah
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of almirah
1875–80; ≪ Portuguese almario < Latin armārium armarium
Example Sentences
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Looking round as if to make sure even now that no one was observing him, he slid a portion of the back of the almirah aside, disclosing the stone wall of the room.
From Barclay of the Guides by Strang, Herbert
He stepped in, drew back the panel of the almirah to its former place, and disappeared.
From Barclay of the Guides by Strang, Herbert
This I know, that one day I found myself in yonder almirah, and have been ever since living in it.”
From Folk-Tales of Bengal by Day, Lal Behari
He crossed the landing to the opposite room, went to the almirah, and slid back the panel.
From Barclay of the Guides by Strang, Herbert
He heard a laugh, and in Minghal's loud tones the word "almirah."
From Barclay of the Guides by Strang, Herbert
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