Sharad
शरद
SHAH-rud
The autumn season in India, typically from mid-September to mid-November.
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #957.
Meaning & usage
Sharad refers to the autumn season in India, known for its pleasant weather and clear skies. It is a time when many festivals, such as Navratri and Durga Puja, are celebrated. The term 'Sharad' is derived from Sanskrit, where it denotes the season following the monsoon.
In a sentence
During Sharad, the skies are clear and the weather is perfect for celebrating festivals.
As seen in crosswords
Sharad is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:
“The autumn season in India, typically from mid-September to mid-November” (6)
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