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Khmeror Cambodian or KampucheanAny member of the ethnolinguistic group that constitutes most of the population of Cambodia. Smaller numbers of Khmer also live in southeastern Thailand and the Mekong River delta of southern Vietnam. Traditional Khmer are a predominantly agricultural people, subsisting on rice and fish and living in villages. Their crafts include weaving, pottery making, and metalworking. They follow Theravada Buddhism, which coexists with pre-Buddhist animistic beliefs. Indian culture has historically been a strong influence on Khmer culture. Kampuchean 1. of or relating to Kampuchea, a former name for Cambodia, or its inhabitants 2. a native or inhabitant of Kampuchea How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Norodom Sihanouk has himself said that "several times in the past, the Khmer people, who built Angkor, have demonstrated a morbid desire for mutual self-destruction. The ancient Khmer people who lived there revered water spirits, she notes. UNBRO was trying to make its operations more cost-effective by exploring the possibilities of having the Khmer people take on the responsibilities of their camp life, thus lessening their complete dependence on UNBRO. |
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