HOWDAHS

Noun

howdahs

plural of howdah

Source: Wiktionary


HOWDAH

How"dah, n. Etym: [Ar. hawdaj.]

Definition: A seat or pavilion, generally covered, fastened on the back of an elephant, for the rider or riders. [Written also houdah.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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