Kolabou
কলাবৌ
koh-lah-BOH
Kolabou (কলাবৌ) is a Bengali-origin word used in Indian English, meaning ritual banana plant used in Durga Puja. In crosswords it is the 7-letter answer KOLABOU (7).
Meaning & usage
Kolabou, or the ritual banana plant, is an important symbol during the Durga Puja festival in Bengal. It represents the goddess Durga and is worshipped as part of the rituals. The plant is adorned and offered various items, signifying fertility and prosperity. The tradition highlights the cultural significance of nature in Hindu rituals.
In a sentence
During Durga Puja, families prepare the Kolabou with great care as part of their worship rituals.
Kolabou as a crossword answer
Kolabou is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:
“Ritual banana plant used in Durga Puja” (7)
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