rakhi: Word of the day for August 26, 2018
rakhi , n : (chiefly South Asia) An ornamental cotton wristband tied by a girl or woman onto the wrist of her brother, or of one who takes on the responsibilities of a brother, particularly during the Raksha Bandhan festival. The Raksha Bandhan festival takes place today in 2018, the last day of the month of Shraavana in the Hindu calendar.