langar

British

/ ˈlʌnɡaː /

noun

Sikhism
1. the dining hall in a gurdwara
2. the food served, given to all regardless of caste or religion as a gesture of equality

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Etymology

Origin of langar

Punjabi

Example Sentences

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The temples serve a post-worship meal as Sikh gurdwaras also do, which is known as langar.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2023

The daily langar service that takes place in the dining halls of gurdwaras, where free food is served to anyone that attends, is testament to that.

From Salon • May 2, 2022

Preparing free, hot meals at community kitchens, known as langar, is a pillar of the Sikh tradition.

From Washington Post • Dec. 4, 2020

Before the pandemic, he said, most people participating in langar were local Sikhs coming more for social and religious reasons than out of need.

From New York Times • Jun. 8, 2020

If that I mak abid or reſydens In to o place langar than o nycht, 672 For to defend my cuntre and my rycht.”

From Lancelot of the Laik A Scottish Metrical Romance by Skeat, Walter W. (Walter William)

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