ghat

Meanings

• noun

  A stepped bathing platform or series of steps leading to a body of water, commonly found in India.

  - "The ghat by the river was filled with people taking a dip in the holy water."
  - "After the ceremony, the bride and groom bathed on the ghat."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with ghat
chat , grat , pat

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Variants

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ghat , ghats , burning ghat , burning ghats

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Etymology

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Derived from the Sanskrit word 'ghatana' meaning 'to reach' or 'to go across'.

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Trivia

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1. Ghats are not only found in India but also in other countries such as Nepal and Bangladesh.

2. Some ghats are famous for their architectural beauty and are popular tourist attractions.

3. Ghats have been featured in many works of Indian literature and art.

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Related Concepts

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1. ghat complex: A collection of ghats, often located near each other and serving different religious or social functions.

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Culture

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Ghats are an integral part of Indian culture and can be found along rivers, lakes, and reservoirs. They are used for various religious and social purposes, such as bathing, cremation, and meditation.

How to Memorize "ghat"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a series of steps leading down to a body of water, such as a river or a lake. Imagine yourself taking a dip in the water at the end of the ghat.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ghat' with the concept of a bathing platform or a series of steps leading to a body of water.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'ghat' as 'Going Home And Taking A Bath'.

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