It was well that the Kabuli did not dare to come closer to Hurda than this, so that they had a chance to overtake his elephant afield, before the walls of the purdah closed.
"Son of Power"
Will Levington Comfort and Zamin Ki Dost
When we left the school Mrs. Gardner said she would take us to see some purdah nashin women-that is, women who never go out with their faces uncovered, and who never see any men but their own husbands.
"Olivia in India"
O. Douglas
I've got disguises ready for you-a pugree for you, Mr. McClean, and a purdah for your daughter-you'll travel as a Hindoo merchant and his wife.
"Rung Ho!"
Talbot Mundy