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paes.

make-up on the forehead and hair that forms a certain pattern, usually used by brides

4 characters1 syllables approx.Bahasa Indonesia language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈpaɛs/Standard-Indonesian[ˈpa.ɛs]Standard-Indonesian
  1. make-up on the forehead and hair that forms a certain pattern, usually used by brides

Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Javanese paès (“bridal make-up and ornamentation; finery, ornamentation”), from Old Javanese paes, payas, pahyas (“ornaments, attire, finery, make-up; the woman who helps in dressing (making up)”).

noun/ˈpaɛs/Standard-Indonesian[ˈpa.ɛs]Standard-Indonesian
  1. a snack made from a mixture of rice, grated coconut and salt, wrapped in banana leaves like lontong, then steamed

Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Madurese [Term?].

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