CultureAugust 10, 2026

saffron

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Definition

A brand name used here for the media company that designed and maintains the news publication website.

Etymology

The word comes from the Arabic 'za'faran' via Old French and Latin, originally referring to the well-known spice derived from the saffron crocus flower, which is prized for its vivid yellow-orange color.

In the news

The word appears in the website footer, identifying Saffron Media Pvt Ltd as the organization responsible for the site's design and maintenance. It is a proper noun in this context rather than a reference to the spice.

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