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Hindustan

/ˌhɪn.dʊˈstɑːn/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A historical and cultural term for the Indian subcontinent, particularly northern India.

    "Hindustan has a rich tapestry of cultures and languages that reflect its diverse history."
  2. 2

    A term used in modern contexts to refer to India as a nation.

    "The festival celebrated across Hindustan showcases the unity in diversity of its people."

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The term 'Hindustan' originates from Persian, where 'Hindu' refers to the people living beyond the Indus River, and 'stan' means land. It was historically used to describe the northern Indian subcontinent and has evolved to represent a cultural and geographical identity in modern India and Pakistan.

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