potel
n.— «In a related development, the Indian chapter of the Potel Owners’ Association of America pledged to reserve accommodation in their US-based potels—or Patel-owned hotels—for any vote counters or other cogs in the political machinery.» —“Aaya Ram to Uncle Sam’s rescue” by Jug Suraiya Times of India Nov. 9, 2000. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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