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Indian Words in English

Indian words are gaining increasing popularity in the world. Several words
that originated in India are used in English and have been recognised by many

reputed dictionaries.

Match the Indian words in English given below with their definitions.

1. chit a. a violent criminal

2. jungle b. single storey house

3. guru c. small rowing boats

4. dinghy d. spiritual teacher

5. loot e. fine wool from a
goat

6. shampoo f. stolen money or
valuables

7. cashmere g. liquid preparation

for washing hair

8. thug h. short official note

9. punch i. forest

10. bungalow j. a drink made of
water, fruit juice,
and spices

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