"Kaithi" meaning in All languages combined

See Kaithi on Wiktionary

Proper name [English]

Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Kaithi
  1. A script historically used in parts of North India to write legal and administrative records. Wikipedia link: Kaithi Categories (topical): Writing systems Synonyms: Kayasthi, Kayathi, Kythee [obsolete]

Alternative forms

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