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वकधूप

noun

वकधूप meaning in English

A traditional Indian incense stick or cone used for fragrance and religious rituals.

Detailed Explanation

Refers to 'bakhoor' or 'bakhoor dhup', a form of incense commonly used in South Asian cultures. It typically consists of a stick or cone made from compressed aromatic resins, woods, and herbs, which is burned to release a pleasant fragrance. It is widely used in Hindu, Sikh, and Muslim households for purification, meditation, and welcoming guests.

📝 Cultural Context

The term is often used interchangeably with 'dhup' in Indian English, though 'dhup' can also refer to the smoke itself or the act of burning incense. 'Bakhoor' specifically often implies a richer, resin-based incense compared to standard 'agarbatti' (incense sticks).

उदाहरण वाक्य

उन्होंने अतिथियों के स्वागत के लिए वकधूप जलाया।
They lit the bakhoor incense to welcome the guests.
मंदिर में वकधूप की खुशबू फैली हुई थी।
The fragrance of the incense was spreading throughout the temple.