In Indian usage, the Tricolour refers specifically to the national flag of India — the tiranga, with its saffron, white, and green horizontal bands and the Ashoka Chakra at the centre.
In Indian usage, the Tricolour refers specifically to the national flag of India — the tiranga, with its saffron, white, and green horizontal bands and the Ashoka Chakra at the centre. While 'tricolour' generically means any three-colour flag (the French tricolore being the most internationally recognised), in an Indian context it invariably means the Indian national flag. The term carries strong patriotic and emotional weight, particularly in contexts of national celebration, protest, or mourning.
Thousands waved the Tricolour in the stadium as the team walked out to defend the title on home soil.
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The Hindi name for the Indian national flag, literally meaning 'tricolor' — referring to the three horizontal bands of saffron, white, and green, with the Ashoka Chakra (a navy blue wheel) at the center. In everyday Indian usage, 'Tiranga' carries deep patriotic weight and is invoked heavily on Independence Day, Republic Day, and during sporting events. You'll see it trending on social media whenever India wins a big match or hits a national milestone.
(India) the Indian flag.
(US) The flag of the United States of America.
The flag of France.
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(chiefly, India) the Indian flag.
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