[5] The only expression found in the stories, with one exception where a Prince kisses his sister’s portrait; elsewhere “kiss” does not appear in them. It is the crown of the head which is smelt, or sniffed at with a strong inhalation; the effect seems to be quite satisfactory. [↑]
[6] Yakshayin, in this story. [↑]
[7] Sic, probably a euphemism. [↑]
[9] Maṭa bāe, lit., “I cannot,” but commonly used with the meaning “I will not.” [↑]
[11] The form of Bola used when addressing a person of low caste. [↑]
[14] Paddā is the Low-country name for a Durayā, a man of the Porter caste, Padu being the adjectival form. [↑]