(India, dated) An exchange rate.
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(India, dated) The discount on uncurrent coins.
: On the day previous to their entry into the place, the men had shown a spirit of insubordination, refusing to proceed until some promise was given that they should get their extra battas.
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(India, dated) Extra pay; especially an extra allowance to an English officer serving in India.
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