Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bandariya
noun
/bənˈdɑːrɪə/
Definition
A bandariya refers to a monkey, specifically a type of monkey commonly found in South Asia, often associated with playful and mischievous behavior.
Examples
- The children laughed as they watched the bandariya swing from tree to tree.
- In many cultures, the bandariya is seen as a trickster figure in folklore.
- She loved visiting the zoo to see the bandariya perform its acrobatics.
Meaning
In a broader cultural context, bandariya can symbolize playfulness, agility, and social interaction among its kind. It is also used in certain local idioms to describe a carefree or playful nature.
Synonyms
- monkey
- simian
- primate
