AFGHAN


Meaning of AFGHAN in English

I. ˈafˌgan, -aa(ə)n also -_gən noun

( -s )

Etymology: Pashto afghānī

1. capitalized : a native or inhabitant of Afghanistan, in western Asia

2. capitalized : pashto

3. : a blanket or shawl of colored wool, knitted or crocheted in strips or squares which are joined by sewing or crocheting

4. : a Turkoman carpet of large size and long pile woven in geometric designs and predominantly wine red in color

5. often capitalized : chippendale 2

6. usually capitalized : afghan hound

II. adjective

Usage: usually capitalized

: of, relating to, or like that of Afghanistan, its people, or its language

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