Keling
from sanskerta
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From sanskerta
Definition
A South Indian person with dark skin
Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit 'Kalinga', the name of an ancient kingdom in South India. The term entered the archipelago through ancient maritime trade and was historically used to refer to people from that specific Indian coastal region.
Semantic Category
Specific names of cities, countries, or entities (e.g., Jakarta, Indonesia).
Proper Name