haldi
हल्दी
HUL-dee
haldi (हल्दी) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a traditional Indian pre-wedding ceremony involving turmeric paste. In crosswords it is the 5-letter answer HALDI (5).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #1098.
Meaning & usage
Haldi is a pre-wedding ceremony in Indian culture where turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom. This ritual is believed to bless the couple with prosperity and ward off evil spirits. The yellow color of turmeric symbolizes purity and auspiciousness.
In a sentence
The haldi ceremony was filled with laughter and joy as friends and family applied turmeric to the bride and groom.
haldi as a crossword answer
haldi is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A traditional Indian pre-wedding ceremony involving turmeric paste” (5)
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