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Meaning of Nighantu | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A particular type of Sanskrit glossary, containing brief annotations of obscure and difficult words grouped into thematic categories.
Alternative spelling of Nighantu.
alt-of, alternative

Examples

“The nighantus, which are concerned with the interpretation of sacred literature, are glossaries of obscure words found in Vedic texts.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

nighness night night adder night air night auditor night bird