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A type of sandal worn in India, generally made from leather
Chappals
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to look upper-class / noble
Aristocratic
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Referring to someone or something from or affiliated with Bengal. In other words a native or resident of Bengal
Bengali
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Deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness
Hoarse
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accompanying but not a major part of something, of less importance
Incidental
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A celebration in which a baby’s health is worshiped and prayed for, and at which a baby is fed their first few bites of solid food.
Annaprashan
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the process by which individuals adopt the culture of another group
Assimilation
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A traditional rice pudding dish originating in India. It’s often served at big celebrations
Payesh
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Calm and free from disturbance
Tranquil
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Producing a great deal or profit
Lucrative
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Cultural Indian makeup put around eyes, often serving as eyeliner
Khol
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The trait of lacking good judgment or tact
Indiscretion
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a garment consisting of a length of cotton or silk elaborately draped around the body, traditionally worn by women from South Asia
Sari
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a chain or garland of flowers, leaves, or ribbons, hung in a curve as a decoration.
Festoon
300
Kept secret or done secretly
Clandestine