Associations to the word «Hindoos»

Wiktionary

HINDOO, noun. (dated) Alternative spelling of Hindu
HINDOO, adjective. (dated) Alternative spelling of Hindu
HINDOO COOSH, proper noun. Alternative form of Hindu Kush

Dictionary definition

HINDOO, noun. A native or inhabitant of Hindustan or India.
HINDOO, noun. A person who adheres to Hinduism.
HINDOO, adjective. Of or relating to or supporting Hinduism; "the Hindu faith".

Wise words

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Nathaniel Hawthorne