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vādī
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var. vādi; n. the 3rd lowest caste (superior to Cyāmes and Poḍhes) among the Untouchables in the Mulukī Ain’s caste hierarchy (MA-54.160.3). The Vādīs used to carry out the profession of singing and dancing at the houses of other caste fellows to make their livelihood.
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