Jhoola
झूला
JHOO-lah
Jhoola (झूला) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a swing, often used in Indian festivities. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer JHOOLA (6).
Meaning & usage
Jhoola refers to a swing, commonly made of wood or rope, that is often used during festivals and celebrations in India. It holds cultural significance, especially during the festival of Teej, where women swing on decorated jhoolas as part of the festivities. The tradition symbolizes joy, togetherness, and the arrival of the monsoon season.
In a sentence
The children laughed and played on the jhoola in the garden during the festival.
Jhoola as a crossword answer
Jhoola is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A swing, often used in Indian festivities” (6)
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