Definition: The word "Aryo-dravidian" is a Greek term used to describe the indigenous population of India, which developed from the Aryans (ancient Indian people) during the Vedic era around 8000 BC. The word "Dravidian" means "Indian," so "Aryo-dravidian" refers to the Indo-European language and culture that is predominantly spoken in South Asia and includes languages such as Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and others. The exact definition of "Aryo-dravidian" is not entirely clear but it could be considered to be a group that speaks a distinct dialect of Indo-European languages. The term is typically used for a specific cultural group that has historically lived in South Asia, like the Aryans or the Dravidians. However, the exact meaning and historical context are still subject to scholarly debate and interpretation.

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Definition: Dravid was a Hebrew term meaning "country." It referred to areas that included parts of modern-day India, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. The name was originally given to regions close to the Indian Ocean.

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