selamlik
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of selamlik
First recorded in 1890–95, selamlik is from the Turkish word selamlιk
Example Sentences
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A minute afterwards we were ensconced in the drawing-room of the "selamlik."
From French and Oriental Love in a Harem by Avril, Paul
In a native house the selamlik is a spacious room or summerhouse, set apart for the receiving of guests.
From There was a King in Egypt by Lorimer, Norma
To Michael the Omdeh's selamlik seemed like a foretaste of paradise.
From There was a King in Egypt by Lorimer, Norma
Excited as Yeva was at her share in the affair, her fingers were nimble, and she buckled the straps quickly, then turning fled into the selamlik and unlocked the door.
From The Secret Witness by Gibbs, George
I would suggest, Countess Strahni, that you go with this girl at once into the selamlik.
From The Secret Witness by Gibbs, George
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