Pather Panchali

Pather Panchali Glossary

troupes

group of dancers, actors, or other entertainers who tour to different venues.

meadow

a patch of grassland.

sacred

connected with God, holy.

garland

wreath of flowers and leaves, worn on the head.

rupees

the basic monetary unit of India.

scandal

an action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong.

distinguished

very successful, authoritative, and commanding great respect.

sitar

A long-necked Indian lute.

guava

An edible, juicy, tropical fruit with pink flesh and a sweet smell.

gilded

covered in a thin layer of gold; metaphorically, pertaining to the wealthy or privileged

treasury

The funds or revenue of a government or institution.

turmeric

Bright yellow aromatic powder frequently used in Asian cooking and as a dye.

goldsmith

A person who makes gold articles.

korma

a mildly spiced Indian curry dish of meat or fish marinated in yogurt or curds.

prestige

A reputation that demands/attracts respect and admiration.

contraption

A machine or device that appears to be unnecessarily complicated.

halvah

Middle Eastern confection made of honey and sesame flour.

hankering

A strong desire for something.

sage

A profoundly wise man.

ogress

A female ogre; someone frightening or ugly.