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Malabar

Malabar

9.0
A person from the Malabar region of southern India
  • noun
translation icon : natural de Malabar
  • At the cultural event, a Malabar performed a traditional dance from Kerala.

Examples

  • Many Malabars are known for their expertise in the spice trade.

  • She is a proud Malabar from Kerala.

  • The Malabar shared stories about the traditions of his coastal homeland.

  • Many Malabars celebrate their rich heritage.

  • The Malabar community is known for its vibrant festivals and rich traditions.

  • As a proud Malabar, he takes great care to honor the food customs of his ancestors.

  • During the festival, a Malabar showcased traditional songs that reflect the culture of the region.

Compounds

Malabar kino
  • Specialized
9.9

A reddish or black sticky substance from some tropical trees used to make medicine and treat leather

Surface Forms

Malabar singular
Malabars plural

Etymology

Malabar comes from the name of a coastal region in southern India and probably from local words like mala or malai meaning 'hill' or 'mountain'. So a Malabar is simply a person who comes from that coastal, spice-rich region.