Associations to the word «Durbar»

Wiktionary

DURBAR, noun. (now historical) A ceremonial gathering held by a ruler in India.

Dictionary definition

DURBAR, noun. The room in the palace of a native prince of India in which audiences and receptions occur.

Wise words

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