bikaner: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Low (Geographical/Proper Noun)Formal (Geographical/Historical Reference), Informal (Culinary Context)
Quick answer
What does “bikaner” mean?
A city in the state of Rajasthan, northwestern India.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A city in the state of Rajasthan, northwestern India.
Also refers to the former princely state of Bikaner, known for its historical forts, palaces, and cultural heritage, including its distinctive cuisine (e.g., Bikaneri bhujia snacks).
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage. Both varieties use it as a proper noun for the city/region.
Connotations
In the UK, may have stronger colonial-era historical associations. In the US, it is likely known primarily in culinary or specific travel/historical contexts.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both varieties, slightly higher in the UK due to historical ties and a larger South Asian diaspora.
Grammar
How to Use “bikaner” in a Sentence
[Proper Noun]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “bikaner” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The tour included a tasting of authentic Bikaneri sweets.
American English
- He bought a bag of spicy Bikaneri snack mix.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, except in contexts like 'Bikaneri snack food exports' or tourism.
Academic
Used in historical, geographical, or cultural studies of India.
Everyday
Most common in travel discussions or when referring to the snack 'Bikaneri bhujia'.
Technical
Used in cartography, historical texts, and culinary arts.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “bikaner”
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Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “bikaner”
- Misspelling as 'Bikener' or 'Bikanar'.
- Using it as a common noun (e.g., 'a bikaner' is incorrect).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It is exclusively a proper noun, the name of a specific place.
In British English: /ˌbɪkəˈnɪə/. In American English: /ˌbɪkəˈnɪr/. The stress is on the final syllable.
It is famous for Junagarh Fort, its annual camel festival, and as the origin of Bikaneri bhujia, a popular crunchy snack.
Yes, in its derived form 'Bikaneri' (e.g., Bikaneri cuisine, Bikaneri style), which describes something originating from the region.
A city in the state of Rajasthan, northwestern India.
Bikaner is usually formal (geographical/historical reference), informal (culinary context) in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'I can BE a KING in Bikaner' – it was a princely state.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A (Proper noun).
Practice
Quiz
What is Bikaner most famously associated with, beyond being a city?