Unearthing the Unexpected Roots of Orange
The city of Mumbai, once a thriving hub of maritime trade, plays a pivotal role in the history of the word 'orange.' This vibrant term, encompassing both a fruit and a color, traces a transcontinental passage that begins in the ancient Sanskrit world with the word 'nāraṅga.'Eminent linguistics expert Dr. Emily Carter elaborates, 'The etymology of 'orange' unveils the fusion of commerce and culture...More
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