2 definitions by Victor D. Patel
A term referring to something or someone who is from the Indian subcontinent. The Indian subcontinent is comprised of the following major countries: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives.
Plural form: desis.
This term comes from the word Desh/Des from the Hindi language meaning country or homeland. The term "desi" originally has historical roots from the Sanskrit word "Deshah," which also means country or homeland.
Plural form: desis.
This term comes from the word Desh/Des from the Hindi language meaning country or homeland. The term "desi" originally has historical roots from the Sanskrit word "Deshah," which also means country or homeland.
by Victor D. Patel April 23, 2006
A slang term for a person who is a descendant or inhabitant of the state of Gujarat, India. The term “guju” is an abbreviation of “Gujarati.” Plural: gujus.
Gujarati people are most often characterized as highly educated business-minded persons. There is a common misconception that Gujarati people are stingy, but this is a negative stereotype created by jealous persons from other states in India.
Gujarati people are most often characterized as highly educated business-minded persons. There is a common misconception that Gujarati people are stingy, but this is a negative stereotype created by jealous persons from other states in India.
by Victor D. Patel April 24, 2006