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Definition of phulwara in English:

phulwara

Pronunciation /ˈfʊlwərə/

noun

(also fulwara)

  • A large subtropical tree, Diploknema (formerly Bassia) butyracea (family Sapotaceae), found in parts of southern and eastern Asia. Also: (chiefly attributive) the soft oily solid obtained from the seeds of this tree, used in cooking and various manufactured products.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Asiatick Researches. From Hindi phūlvāra, ultimately from phūl flower.