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Teeka

टीका
TEE-ka

A mark or symbol on the forehead, often used in religious or cultural contexts.

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Meaning & usage

Teeka, also spelled tika or tilak, is a mark made on the forehead, often using colored powder, sandalwood paste, or vermilion. It holds religious significance in Hinduism and is applied during rituals, ceremonies, and festivals. It symbolizes the third eye or wisdom and is often used to denote blessings or auspiciousness.

In a sentence

During the festival, each family member received a teeka on their forehead as a blessing.

As seen in crosswords

Teeka is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A mark or symbol on the forehead, often used in religious or cultural contexts” (5)

Category: Concept Origin: Sanskrit Script: Hindi

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