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calcutta

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˌkæɫˈkətə// cal·cut·ta

n. a large city in eastern India, known for its history and culture.

n. the capital city of the Indian state of West Bengal, located on the Hooghly River.


SIMPLE

Calcutta is a busy city in India.

CONTEXTUAL

She flew to Calcutta to visit her grandmother.

COMPLEX

Calcutta remains a vital cultural hub, blending colonial architecture with vibrant modern life.

Origin

Anglicization of Bengali কলকাতা (kolkata), which is now rendered Kolkata.

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