noun
- plural of pooja; Hindu or Buddhist religious rituals or prayers of worship and devotion, typically involving offerings and chanting
Usage: Also spelled 'pujas'; From Sanskrit; Common in Hindu and Buddhist traditions
Examples
- The family performed poojas at the temple every morning.
- During Diwali, many households conduct special poojas to honor the gods.
- The priest led the poojas with traditional chants and offerings.
- Poojas are an important part of Hindu religious practice.
- She attended several poojas at the local temple during the festival season.