Bakra
بکرا
BAK-rah
Bakra (بکرا) is a Urdu-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a goat, often associated with sacrifice in Islamic tradition. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer BAKRA (5).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #1135.
Meaning & usage
Bakra refers to a goat in Urdu and is particularly significant during the festival of Eid al-Adha, where goats are sacrificed in remembrance of Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son. The meat is then distributed among family, friends, and the needy. Bakra is also a common livestock animal in rural India, valued for its milk and meat.
In a sentence
During Eid al-Adha, families often purchase a Bakra for the ritual sacrifice.
Bakra as a crossword answer
Bakra is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A goat, often associated with sacrifice in Islamic tradition” (5)
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