Agantuk
অগন্তুক
AH-gun-took
Agantuk (অগন্তুক) is a Bengali-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a Bengali term for a stranger or outsider. In crosswords it is the 7-letter answer AGANTUK (7).
Meaning & usage
In Bengali, 'Agantuk' refers to a stranger or an outsider, often used in literature and film to explore themes of identity and belonging. The term gained prominence through Satyajit Ray's film 'Agantuk', where it symbolizes the complexities of human relationships and societal norms. It reflects the cultural nuances of how outsiders are perceived in society.
In a sentence
In the film 'Agantuk', the arrival of a stranger challenges the family's perceptions and beliefs.
Agantuk as a crossword answer
Agantuk is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A Bengali term for a stranger or outsider” (7)
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