barsom

/ˈbɑːrsəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A bundle of reeds or twigs, often used as a symbol of fertility, used in some ancient rituals, especially in the ancient Persian New Year (Nowruz) celebration.

“The family placed the barsom on the table as an offering to the ancestors during the Nowruz celebration.”

Synonyms

  • reed bundle
  • twigs

Antonyms

  • desecration
  • destruction