Bhasm
भस्म
BHAS-m
Bhasm (भस्म) is a Sanskrit-origin word used in Indian English, meaning ash used in Hindu rituals and medicine. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer BHASM (5).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #1144.
Meaning & usage
Bhasm refers to the ash obtained from the incineration of specific substances, often used in Hindu rituals and traditional medicine. It is considered sacred and is used in various religious practices, including the application on the forehead as a mark of devotion. The term is derived from Sanskrit, where it signifies the residue left after burning.
In a sentence
The priest applied bhasm on the devotee's forehead during the ceremony.
Bhasm as a crossword answer
Bhasm is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“Ash used in Hindu rituals and medicine” (5)
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