Rajasthani

noun

Ra·​jas·​tha·​ni ˌrä-jə-ˈstä-nē How to pronounce Rajasthani (audio)
ˌrä-zhə-
: the Indo-Aryan dialects of Rajasthan

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In all its rooms, modern amenities are elevated with Rajasthani gilt and decorative touches with royal-style upholstery and furniture. Navya Verma, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2024 Udaipur is at the center of a Rajasthani Royal Cuisine revival, following a growing trend of preserving classical and historical cuisine in the region. Kaila Yu, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024 Try the Rajasthani and Mughlai menu in their outdoor area, with dishes such as badam shorba and mirchi baingan ke salan. Jahnavi Bhatt, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Dec. 2023

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu Rājasthānī, from Rājasthān Rajasthan

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Rajasthani was in 1901

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“Rajasthani.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Rajasthani. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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