Etymology

topeewala

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Today it means: A European, during the colonial period. Full definition →

Hindi [Term?]
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  1. Hindi · borrowed from[Term?]
  2. English todaytopeewala

Hindi [Term?], in reference to the hats they wore. See topee and wallah.

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