Definition for India (-n)

India (-n), proper n. [L. < Sanskrit sindhu, river.] (webplay: colors, country, east, red, rubber, trees).

Land in southeastern Asia; region east of the River Indus; place of riches, spices, textiles, and other exotic products; [fig.] eloquence; elegant words; beautiful language; poetic inspiration; (see Esther 1:1; ED letters).

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