Pashmina: "Pashmina" by Nidhi Chanani

by Nidhi Chanani
In this graphic novel, a teen girl discovers a magical shawl and learns about her family's history in India.
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  1. meditate
    think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
    They say either choose sadness or choose to meditate on the word om.
  2. offense
    a failure to show regard for others
    I forgive a first offense.
  3. premature
    born after a gestation period of less than the normal time
    Beta, you may not be able to hold Shilpa because she's so premature.
  4. sari
    a draped dress worn primarily by Hindu women
    Did you wear a sari?
  5. embroidery
    decorative needlework
    Looking at new saris was your mausi's favorite time pass, she loved fabric and embroidery work.
  6. obsession
    an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something
    You need help with your samosa obsession!
  7. submit
    refer for judgment or consideration
    I submitted your comic to that contest.
  8. ancestor
    someone from whom you are descended
    My mom said our ancestors are Rajasthani.
  9. chutney
    a spicy relish usually made with fruit, vinegar, and spices
    We need more coconut chutney.
  10. bangle
    jewelry worn around the wrist for decoration
    Bangles, bhabi?
  11. poverty
    the state of having little or no money and possessions
    My mom told me about the poverty...but it's another thing to see it.
  12. dishonor
    a state of shame or disgrace
    His family knew that if Nimisha-di stayed in the area it would bring his family dishonor.
  13. injustice
    the practice of being unfair
    There is too much injustice. You can help stop this.
  14. engagement
    a mutual promise to marry
    The night the engagement was canceled, I wrapped it around my shoulders.
  15. independent
    free from external control and constraint
    Here I can be independent.
Created on Mon Aug 05 10:50:05 EDT 2019 (updated Mon Aug 05 13:54:28 EDT 2019)

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