कलङ्कूट

noun

कलङ्कूट meaning in English

A type of poison or toxic substance; a venomous creature.

Detailed Explanation

In classical and literary Hindi, this term refers to a potent poison, venom, or a toxic substance. It is often used in a metaphorical sense to describe something that causes corruption, moral decay, or severe harm, similar to the concept of 'venom' or 'bane'. The word is derived from Sanskrit roots related to poison or stinging.

📝 Cultural Context

This word is archaic and primarily found in literary, poetic, or classical contexts rather than in modern colloquial Hindi. It carries a strong connotation of lethal or corrosive harm.

Example Sentences

उसने विषैले साँप का कलङ्कूट पी लिया।
He drank the venom of the venomous snake.
गुस्सा मन का कलङ्कूट है।
Anger is the venom of the mind.