Dhoom ketu
धूमकेतु
DOOM-kay-too
Dhoom ketu (धूमकेतु) is a Sanskrit-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a comet in Indian astronomy and mythology. In crosswords it is the 9-letter answer DHOOM KETU (5,4).
Meaning & usage
In Indian astronomy and mythology, 'Dhoom Ketu' refers to a comet. The term is derived from Sanskrit, where 'dhuma' means smoke and 'ketu' means flag or sign, symbolizing the comet's tail. Comets were often considered omens in ancient texts.
In a sentence
The appearance of a Dhoom Ketu was often considered an omen in ancient Indian texts.
Dhoom ketu as a crossword answer
Dhoom ketu is a 9-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A comet in Indian astronomy and mythology” (5,4)
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