libbu

English

Etymology

Noun

libbu (plural libbus)

(India, politics, derogatory, vulgar, Internet slang) A liberal, a leftist. (Can we add an example for this sense?)

Usage notes

This word is used by both Hindu and Islamic nationalists in India against liberal members of their religions.

Synonyms

librandu (a secularist or antitheist)
sickular
raita (a conservative Hindu who does not support Hindutva)
sarkari Muslim (a liberal Muslim)

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