Grahan
ग्रहण
GRAH-hun
Grahan (ग्रहण) is a Sanskrit-origin word used in Indian English, meaning an eclipse, particularly of the sun or moon. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer GRAHAN (6).
Meaning & usage
Grahan refers to an eclipse in Hindu cosmology, particularly the solar or lunar eclipses. These events are considered significant in various cultural and religious contexts, often associated with rituals and beliefs about purification and auspiciousness. In Hindu tradition, eclipses are seen as a time for reflection and spiritual practices.
In a sentence
The festival of Chhath is celebrated with great fervor, especially during the lunar grahan.
Grahan as a crossword answer
Grahan is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“An eclipse, particularly of the sun or moon” (6)
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