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the outside top covering of a building; the roof; terrace.
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a latticework supported by posts, for creepers, vines, etc. to spread themselves.
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a temporary structure, erected in front of a house on auspicious occasions, having a frame supported by poles and covered on top with leaves and twigs.
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a small, crude house with thatched roof.
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ಚಪ್ಪರದೂಟ capparadūṭa a feast arranged with religious fervor usu. a day before a marriage or other such occasions; ಚಪ್ಪರ ಹಾಕಿಸು cappara hākisu (fig.) to make arrangements for a marriage.