Calicut

/ ˈkælɪˌkʌt /

noun

Thus calico was given that name from Calicut, because the cotton used to make calico came from there.

The ships return to Calicut between August and October of the same year.

Next day twelve ships were burnt in the port of Calicut, and several more in some creeks near the town.

At this time, Cunale Marcar, a bold pirate, scoured the seas about Calicut with eight vessels well equipped and full of men.

Others might sail up the Hooghly to Calicut, trafficking with mysterious Indian men.

April 23, 2024inveterate

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