There are a great many terms and items of vocabulary that may not be entirely obvious to the modern, or general reader. This section hopes to explain some of this terminology in short explanatory paragraphs. If there are any terms that you would like adding then please let me know what you want included...

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Hobson Jobson Anglo-Indian Dictionary. This was the standard dictionary, compiled in the late-19th century, that looked at Indian words assimilated into English. It casts a fascinating view on the language and culture of the Anglo-Indians. Highly Recommended.

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