ganges

noun

Meaning

A major river flowing through India and Bangladesh, considered the most sacred river in Hinduism.

Examples

The Ganges flows from the Himalayas across the plains of northern India.
Many devotees believe that bathing in the Ganges washes away their sins.

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ganges

noun

Pronunciation: ˈɡændʒiːz

Definition

A major river flowing through India and Bangladesh, considered the most sacred river in Hinduism.

Examples

The Ganges flows from the Himalayas across the plains of northern India.
Many devotees believe that bathing in the Ganges washes away their sins.
The ecological health of the Ganges has become a major concern for environmentalists.

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