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Iran Glossary
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badguirs wind catchers
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chador a garment worn by many Iranian women to ensure that their appearance conforms with Islamic laws about modesty.
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galyans water pipes used for smoking.
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hookah lounge an establishment where patrons share flavored tobacco from a communal hookah which is placed at each table.
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madrassah A building used for teaching Islamic theology and religious law.
manteaus dress or gown
mullah a Muslim man educated in Islamic theology and sacred law.
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shisha flavored tobacco
