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Gadaba

Gadaba

9.9
A person from a native farming people in southeastern India, mainly Odisha and Andhra Pradesh
  • noun
: Gadaba
  • A group of Gadaba women were seen weaving traditional textiles at the market.

Examples

  • Anthropologists have studied the farming techniques practiced by the Gadaba.

  • The Gadaba are known for their unique traditions and colorful festivals.

  • The Gadaba people have a rich cultural heritage.

  • Many Gadabas practice traditional farming techniques.

  • A group of Gadaba women were seen weaving traditional textiles at the market.

  • Anthropologists have studied the farming techniques practiced by the Gadaba.

  • The Gadaba are known for their unique traditions and colorful festivals.

Compounds

Gadaba language
9.9

A language spoken by the Gadaba people in eastern India

Surface Forms

Gadaba singular
Gadabas plural

Etymology

Gadaba is the name used by a community in southeastern India, so it originally identified the tribe; a 'Gadaba' is simply a member of that community, often known for farming and traditional crafts.