e/Karnavedham

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has gloss	eng: It is a ritual practiced by Hindus. Karnavedham means Piercing the earlobes. Traditionally, this is done with a particular thorn. Butter is applied to the wound. Wearing ear studs was one of the external symbols of Hinduism, for both men and women. However, in the modern age it is done mainly for female children. This practice is mainly carried out by South Indians nowadays.
lexicalization	eng: Karnavedham
instance of	c/Brahmins