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langar

British  
/ ˈlʌnɡaː /

noun

  1. 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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of langar

Punjabi

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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

“The concept of langar is to serve the needy,” Mr. Pal Singh said.

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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