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Kilaka

कीलक

Sanskritkee · la · ka

aa ee oo ē ō — long vowels: hold them twice as long

Bond — the little fingers of two Mrigashirsha hands linked

MudraBharatanatyamKuchipudiOdissi

Meaning

Kilaka is formed by linking the little fingers of two Mrigashirsha hands. It shows affection and playful conversation between lovers.

Also written: kilaka hasta, kilakam, keelaka

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Related words

Samyuta Hastaसंयुत हस्तThe combined-hand gestures — formed with both hands together Mudraमुद्राA hand gesture that carries meaning.Mrigashirshaमृगशीर्षDeer's head — thumb and little finger extended PatakaपताकाThe flag — the first hand gesture every student learns.Anjaliअञ्जलिJoined palms — salutation and reverence.Tripatakaत्रिपताकाThe three-part flag — pataka with the ring finger bent.

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