palki

American  

[pahl-kee] / ˈpɑl ki /

Or palkee

noun

Indian English.

1. a palanquin; sedan chair.

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Etymology

Origin of palki

First recorded in 1670–80, palki is from the Hindi word pālkī

Example Sentences

The upshot was that, at the entreaty of the merchant’s youngest daughter, the old woman was put inside the palki along with her.

From Folk-Tales of Bengal by Day, Lal Behari

The fat Dewan had come down in a palki swung from the shoulders of stout bearers, while Jean Baptiste had ridden a silver-grey Arab.

From Caste by Fraser, William Alexander

And then he bade the men lift the palki with its fair burden and follow him.

From Barclay of the Guides by Strang, Herbert

When they were among the trees, Ahmed ordered the men to squat down beside the palki and beware of his sword if they attempted to move.

From Barclay of the Guides by Strang, Herbert

Jean Baptiste edged his horse to the side of the road, and the Dewan, heaving from the palki, stood upright.

From Caste by Fraser, William Alexander