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A Laskari Dictionary: Or Anglo-Indian Vocabulary Of Nautical Terms And Phrases In English And Hindustani (1882)

A Laskari Dictionary: Or Anglo-Indian Vocabulary Of Nautical Terms And Phrases In English And Hindustani (1882)

Roebuck, Thomas
Smyth, William Carmichael
Small, George

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ISBN10: 1437457606
ISBN13: 9781437457605
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Jan 13 2009
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.31
Height: 0.20 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Laskari Dictionary: Or Anglo-Indian Vocabulary Of Nautical Terms And Phrases In English And Hindustani is a book written by Thomas Roebuck and first published in 1882. The book is a comprehensive dictionary of nautical terms and phrases used in English and Hindustani, the language spoken in India. The dictionary is specifically focused on the terms and phrases used by Laskaris, who were sailors from India who served in the British Navy during the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains a list of English nautical terms and phrases, along with their Hindustani equivalents. The second part contains a list of Hindustani nautical terms and phrases, along with their English equivalents. The dictionary also includes a pronunciation guide for Hindustani words and a brief introduction to the grammar of the language.Overall, A Laskari Dictionary is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Navy or the languages and cultures of India. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the linguistic and cultural exchange that took place between British sailors and their Indian counterparts during the 19th century.Chiefly In The Corrupt Jargon In Use Among Laskars Or Indian Sailors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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