Definition
godowns
noun
- Plural of godown; warehouses or storage buildings, especially in South Asia or Southeast Asia.
Usage: chiefly historical or regional; common in Indian English and colonial contexts
Examples
- The merchant stored his spices in the godowns near the harbor.
- During the monsoon season, goods were moved from the godowns to higher ground.
- The old godowns along the waterfront have been converted into apartments.
- Rice and grain were kept in separate godowns to prevent contamination.
- The company rented several godowns to accommodate the increased inventory.