Dictionary/Mamaghar

मामाघरMamaghar/māmāghar/

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Meaning

In informal Nepali speech, "mamaghar" (literally "maternal uncle's house") is commonly used as slang to refer to a police station, jail, or prison.

Example Usage

हल्ला-खल्ला गर्नेलाई प्रहरीले मामाघर लगेको छ ।

Etymology & Origin
Origin

No etymology information available

Regional Usage

Used throughout Nepal

Word Details
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Date added
August 30, 2025
Status
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