Meaning of Zingar

Zingar

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Tamil Word - ஜிங்கர்

Land or revenue granted to a saddler for their services to a Zamindar. (e.g., The Zamindar provided 'Zingar' land to the saddler in exchange for maintaining his horses' saddles and equipment.) In the context of historical Tamil Nadu, 'Zingar' likely represents a form of service tenure, where land or income was granted in return for specific services rendered to the Zamindar or landowner. This practice highlights the interdependence between different professions and the importance of specialized skills in a predominantly agrarian society.