Hindustan
What is another word for Hindustan? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A historical name for India, or for the northern region of the Indian subcontinent.
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Etymology
From Persian hindūstān, from Hindu + -stan ("land of").
Full origin of Hindustan →Frequently asked questions
What does “Hindustan” mean?
The word “Hindustan” means a historical name for India, or for the northern region of the Indian subcontinent. In plain terms, an older, traditional name for India or its northern heartland.
How do you use “Hindustan” in a sentence?
Here is “Hindustan” used in a sentence: “Old maps and poems often refer to India as Hindustan.”
What part of speech is “Hindustan”?
“Hindustan” is a noun.
Where does the word “Hindustan” come from?
The word “Hindustan” comes from Persian. From Persian hindūstān, from Hindu + -stan ("land of").
