topicwise
An Indian English adverb or adjective meaning by topic, one topic at a time, or relating to a particular topic.
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An Indian English adverb or adjective meaning by topic, one topic at a time, or relating to a particular topic. The '-wise' suffix construction is used productively in Indian English to create adverbials that standard British or American English might express differently. Widely used in academic, professional, and educational contexts in India.
The teacher asked the class to organise their notes topicwise before the exam.
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(India) By topic; one topic at a time.
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