shraddha

English

/ˈʃɹɑːdə/

noun
Definitions
  • (Hinduism) A Hindu ceremony performed in commemoration of one's deceased relatives, especially a parent.

Etymology

Borrowed from Sanskrit श्रद्धा (faith, etc, trust).

Origin

Sanskrit

श्रद्धा

Gloss

faith, etc, trust

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