Burqa (Noun)
Meaning
A loose garment (usually with veiled holes for the eyes) worn by Muslim women especially in India and Pakistan; "the Taliban forced all women to wear the burqa".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- In many countries, wearing the burqa is a cultural or traditional practice that has been passed down through generations of women.
- During the Taliban's rule in Afghanistan, women were required by law to wear the burqa at all times in public.
- Some people argue that the burqa is a symbol of female oppression and limits the freedom and mobility of women who wear it.
- After fleeing Afghanistan, the woman finally felt comfortable removing her burqa and living a life without fear of persecution.
- Many feminist activists believe that a woman should have the right to choose whether or not to wear a burqa, without being forced to do so by societal or governmental pressures.