thumka

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English

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Etymology

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(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium. Particularly: “related to Hindi ठुमकना”)

Noun

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thumka (plural thumkas)

  1. A sideways pelvic thrust forming part of some dances performed by women in India and Bangladesh.