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Manthan

मंथन
MAN-thun

Manthan (मंथन) is a Sanskrit-origin word used in Indian English, meaning churning or deep contemplation. In crosswords it is the 7-letter answer MANTHAN (7).

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Meaning & usage

Manthan is a Hindi word meaning 'churning' and is often used metaphorically to describe deep contemplation or intense deliberation. The term originates from the Sanskrit word 'manthana', which refers to the process of churning, as depicted in the Hindu mythological story of the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan) for nectar. It symbolizes the process of extracting valuable insights through thoughtful analysis.

In a sentence

The team went through a manthan to come up with innovative solutions for the project.

Manthan as a crossword answer

Manthan is a 7-letter answer. A typical clue:

“Churning or deep contemplation” (7)

Category: Concept Origin: Sanskrit Script: Hindi

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