Tilchatta
तिलचट्टा
til-CHAHT-ta
Tilchatta (तिलचट्टा) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a Hindi term for cockroach. In crosswords it is the 9-letter answer TILCHATTA (9).
Meaning & usage
Tilchatta is a Hindi word used to refer to a cockroach, a common household insect known for its resilience and adaptability. The term is widely used in Hindi-speaking regions of India.
In a sentence
She screamed when she saw a tilchatta scurrying across the kitchen floor.
Tilchatta as a crossword answer
Tilchatta is a 9-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A Hindi term for cockroach” (9)
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