Gwalior
[gwah-lee-awr]
- a former state in central India, now part of Madhya Pradesh.
- a city in N Madhya Pradesh.
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Contemporary Examples
His concerns were confirmed when the train reached its scheduled stop in the city of Gwalior.
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Historical Examples
She was foremost in the battle for the possession of Gwalior.
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The weather is hot and uncomfortable, for such work as this of Gwalior.
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It would be easier to recapture Delhi, than seize Gwalior from Sindhia's hands.
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If he doth grant it, be assured there will be no battle before Gwalior.
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At all costs the Rani of Jhansi must be kept away from Gwalior.
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Gwalior
- a city in N central India, in Madhya Pradesh: built around the fort, which dates from before 525; industrial and commercial centre. Pop: 826 919 (2001)
- a former princely state of central India, established in the 18th century: merged with Madhya Bharat in 1948, which in turn merged with Madhya Pradesh in 1956
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