Dada

दादा

daa-daa

Dada (दादा) is a Marathi, Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning elder brother, Paternal grandfather. In crosswords it is the 4-letter answer DADA (4).

Appears as an answer in MG Mini #387.

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Meaning & usage

Marathi: Respectful common calling name for an elder in the family, especially elder brother
Hindi: Respectful common calling name for the paternal grandfather

Dada as a crossword answer

Dada is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:

“Elder brother, Paternal grandfather” (4)

Play the crossword that uses it — MG Mini #387

Origin: Marathi, Hindi Script: Marathi, Hindi

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