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Henry Yule was a Scottish soldier, geographer, and Orientalist who worked in British India and wrote on Asian history and travel. With Arthur Coke Burnell, he compiled Hobson-Jobson, first published in 1886, a glossary explaining Anglo-Indian words and expressions derived from South Asian and other languages. The work remains useful to historians, linguists, and readers interpreting colonial-era English texts.
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What famous glossary did Henry Yule compile?
Along with Arthur Coke Burnell, Henry Yule compiled "Hobson-Jobson," which was first published in 1886. It is a famous glossary of Anglo-Indian words and expressions.
What does the glossary "Hobson-Jobson" explain?
"Hobson-Jobson" explains words and expressions derived from South Asian languages that were used by the British in India. It serves as a historical record of the linguistic exchange between the East and West.
What other professions did Henry Yule hold besides lexicographer?
Henry Yule was a Scottish soldier, geographer, and Orientalist who worked extensively in British India. His diverse background in Asia influenced his historical and linguistic writings.
Who did Henry Yule collaborate with on "Hobson-Jobson"?
Yule co-authored the glossary with Arthur Coke Burnell. Together, they published the foundational text in 1886 to document the unique vocabulary of British India.
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