noun
- A large, often ornate seat or carriage mounted on the back of an elephant, used for carrying passengers.
Usage: Plural form of howdah; Primarily used in South Asian contexts, especially India
Examples
- The maharaja traveled through the city in an ornate howdah carried by his prized elephant.
- Tourists rode in howdahs during their visit to the wildlife sanctuary.
- Historical paintings depicted nobles sitting in elaborate howdahs during royal processions.
- The elephant's howdah was decorated with colorful fabrics and jewels.
- Several howdahs were lined up at the temple for the festival celebration.