ਅੱਗ

Definition

Burning flame — the Lohri bonfire gathers the whole mohalla.

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Etymology

'ਅੱਗ' (agg) has its roots in the Sanskrit word 'अग्नि' (agni), meaning 'fire.' This reflects the importance of fire in various cultural and ritualistic contexts.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਅੱਗ' is used in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in everyday speech especially around discussions of cooking and celebrations.

Literary Heritage

References in religious texts and poems, often symbolizing purification and transformation.

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