Gora
गोरा
GO-rah
A term for a light-skinned person, often used for Westerners.
Meaning & usage
'Gora' is a Hindi term used to describe someone with a fair complexion, often referring to Westerners or Caucasians. It can be used neutrally or pejoratively, depending on context. The term reflects historical interactions and perceptions between Indians and Europeans.
In a sentence
The locals referred to the foreign tourists as 'gora' due to their fair skin.
As seen in crosswords
Gora is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A term for a light-skinned person, often used for Westerners” (4)
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