Chera

/ˈtʃɛrə/ noun

A member of an ancient Tamil dynasty that ruled parts of southern India; relating to the Chera Kingdom and its civilization.

From Sanskrit/Tamil 'Cera' or 'Cēra,' the name of one of the three major ancient Tamil kingdoms (3rd century BCE - 12th century CE). The name possibly derives from Tamil root meaning 'spear' or 'archer.'

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