Gurkha Definition & Meaning

gurkha
noun
  1. a member of the Nepalese force that has been part of the British army for 200 years; known for fierceness in combat
  2. a member of Hindu people descended from brahmins and Rajputs who live in Nepal

"Gurkha" in song lyrics

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  • "the beast cigar by gurkha"
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