Baba
बाबा
BAH-bah
Baba (बाबा) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a term of respect for an elder or spiritual leader. In crosswords it is the 4-letter answer BABA (4).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #569.
Meaning & usage
In many Indian languages, 'Baba' is a term of respect used for an elder, father, or spiritual leader. It is commonly used in religious and spiritual contexts to refer to saints or gurus. The term is also used affectionately for fathers or grandfathers in various Indian cultures.
In a sentence
The villagers gathered to seek blessings from the Baba at the temple.
Baba as a crossword answer
Baba is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A term of respect for an elder or spiritual leader” (4)
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