'Howdah' definitions:

Definition of 'howdah'

(from WordNet)
noun
A (usually canopied) seat for riding on the back of a camel or elephant [syn: howdah, houdah]

Definition of 'Howdah'

From: GCIDE
  • Howdah \How"dah\, n. [Ar. hawdaj.] A seat or pavilion, generally covered, fastened on the back of an elephant, for the rider or riders. [Written also houdah.] [1913 Webster]