gau
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A cow considered sacred in parts of South Asia
- noun
- Indian
:
vaca
- In many South Asian festivals, the gau is honored as a revered animal symbolizing wealth and nourishment.
- Har gau
Examples
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In India, the gau is often revered and protected.
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The farmer took great care of his gau, ensuring it was well-fed and healthy.
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During the festival, each gau in the village was decorated with colorful garlands.
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The sacred status of the gau is an important aspect of many South Asian traditions.
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Farmers gathered to honor the gau as part of the annual harvest celebration.
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The gau is considered sacred in many cultures.
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During the religious ceremony, the gau was adorned with flowers and paraded through the village.
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word gau comes from the Sanskrit word gau, which means 'cow'. In South Asia the gau is often seen as sacred or special, so the word refers to a cow with cultural and religious importance.
