Churan
चूर्ण
CHOO-rahn
Churan (चूर्ण) is a Sanskrit-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a powdered mixture of spices and herbs used in Indian cuisine. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer CHURAN (6).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #1108.
Meaning & usage
Churan refers to a traditional Indian powdered mixture made from various spices and herbs. It is often consumed for its digestive properties and can be sweet, sour, or spicy. Churan is a popular remedy in Ayurvedic medicine and is commonly used as a digestive aid after meals.
In a sentence
After a heavy meal, many people in India consume churan to aid digestion.
Churan as a crossword answer
Churan is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A powdered mixture of spices and herbs used in Indian cuisine” (6)
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