bindi

Forehead adornment dot

A bindi is a decorative dot worn on the forehead, traditionally by Hindu women.

Placed between the eyebrows at the site of the "third eye," it has spiritual significance in South Asian cultures, though it's also worn as fashion.

The term extends to the adhesive gems or stickers sold for this purpose: She chose a red bindi to match her sari.

cultural

Hinduism

Ancient Indian spiritual tradition

marriage · heritage · festival · Diwali · puja · ritual · ceremony · blessing · married woman · customs

spiritual

third eye

Metaphysical perception organ

meditation · kundalini · prana · consciousness · inner vision · sixth sense · awakening · mystical · divine feminine · shakti

decorative

vermilion

Vivid red-orange pigment

  • stickerAdhesive-backed paper or plastic
  • feltCompressed fiber textile
  • velvetThick-pile textile

rhinestone · crystal · sequin · glitter · jeweled · adhesive · reusable · teardrop · round · oval

placement

forehead

Face above eyebrows

positioning · size · shape · matching · color coordination · everyday · festive

fashion

accessory

Supplementary addition

  • trendDirection of change
  • styleDistinctive way of expression
  • glamourFascinating, elegant attractiveness

statement · Gwen Stefani · appropriation · fusion · runway · editorial · bohemian · self-expression · contemporary · modern

Categories
Opposites
body decoration permanence

binditattoo

Permanent dermal design

scarification · face tattoo · branding · microblading · permanent makeup

cultural/religious origin

bindicross necklace

Chain-worn Christian symbol

crucifix · yarmulke · hijab · tilak · war paint

visibility and concealment

bindiveil

Fabric that obscures

niqab · burqa · face covering · mask · headscarf

Phrases
Family

binder, binding, unbind, bindings, unbinding, bindis

Familiarity
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Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G