CINGALESE

Cin`ga*lese", n. sing. & pl. Etym: [Cf. F. Cingalais.]

Definition: A native or natives of Ceylon descended from its primitive inhabitants; also (sing.),

Definition: the language of the Cingalese.

– a.

Definition: Of or pertaining to the Cingalese. [Written also Singhalese.]

Note: Ceylonese is applied to the inhabitants of the island in general.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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23 February 2025

BARGAIN

(noun) an advantageous purchase; “she got a bargain at the auction”; “the stock was a real buy at that price”


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