Paltan
पलटन
PUL-tun
Paltan (पलटन) is a Persian-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a group or assembly of people. In crosswords it is the 6-letter answer PALTAN (6).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #1138.
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.
Paltan as a crossword answer
Paltan is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A group or assembly of people” (6)
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