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Paltan

पलटन
PUL-tun

A group or assembly of people

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Meaning & usage

The term 'Paltan' refers to a military unit or battalion, often used in the context of the Indian army. It is derived from the Persian word 'paltan', which means a troop or a group of soldiers. In Indian culture, the term is commonly associated with historical military formations and is sometimes used in a more general sense to refer to a group or team.

In a sentence

The Paltan was deployed to maintain peace in the region during the conflict.

As seen in crosswords

Paltan is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A group or assembly of people” (6)

Play the crossword that uses it — MG Mini #63

Category: Concept Origin: Persian Script: Hindi

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