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houri

The correct spelling is houri.

How to pronounce houri

noun

IPA: /ˈhʊəɹi/

Say it like: How-ri

The correct spelling is houri. A nymph in the form of a beautiful virgin supposed to dwell in Paradise for the enjoyment of the faithful.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A nymph in the form of a beautiful virgin supposed to dwell in Paradise for the enjoyment of the faithful.
  2. 2.(by extension) Any voluptuous, beautiful woman.

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