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dalan

American  
[duh-lahn] / dəˈlɑn /
Or dallan

noun

  1. (in Persian and Indian architecture) a veranda or open hall for reception of visitors.


Etymology

Origin of dalan

From the Persian word dālān


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In a large dalan or verandah all the family poojas were celebrated.

From Bengal Dacoits and Tigers by Sunity Devee

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