puja
nounUK /ˈpuːdʒɑː/
US /ˈpuːdʒɑː/
A special way of showing love and respect to a god, often with prayers, flowers, and food.
Every morning, Grandma does puja at the small shrine in her home.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A Hindu ceremony where people honor a deity or a respected person.
The family held a puja to celebrate the baby's first birthday.
3. The act of showing deep respect to a teacher or elder.
Students performed a puja for their guru before the big exam.
4. A set of offerings like flowers, fruit, and sweets given during worship.
She arranged the puja on a silver tray before the statue.