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Indonesian
Etymology
From Malay khas, from Classical Malay khas, from Arabic خَاصّ (ḵāṣṣ).
Pronunciation
Adjective
khas
- special
- Synonyms: istimewa, khusus, tersendiri, spesial
- unique
- Synonym: unik
Usage notes
While both meaning are listed in standard dictionary, it is rare to be used for sense of special. While in Standard Malay khas, it is used for sense of special.
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Kalasha
Etymology
From Sanskrit घास (ghāsa).
Noun
khas
- grass
Malay
Etymology
From Arabic خَاصّ (ḵāṣṣ).
Pronunciation
Adjective
khas (Jawi spelling خاص)
- special
- specialized, dedicated
- gerabak khas untuk wanita
- dedicated (train) car for women
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