GYMKHANA

Gymkhana

Gymkhana is an Indian term which originally referred to a place of assembly. The meaning then altered to denote a place where skill-based contests were held. "Gymkhana" is an Anglo-Indian expression, which is derived from the Persian and Urdu word "Jamat-khana". Most gymkhanas have a Gymkhana Club associated with them, a term coined during British Raj for gentlemen's club.

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gymkhana

Noun

  1. A competition where riders and horses display a range of skills and aptitudes.


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