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Definition of bael

bael

/beɪl/
bael
Plural:baels
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• noun

1

A deciduous, fruit-bearing tree (Aegle marmelos) native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, widely considered sacred in Hindu culture.

Example

"The trifoliate leaves of the bael tree are traditionally offered to Lord Shiva during religious ceremonies."

2

The hard-shelled, yellowish-green fruit of the bael tree, which contains a sweet, aromatic pulp often used to make juices, preserves, and traditional medicines.

Example

"During the sweltering summer months in India, a chilled glass of sweet bael juice is incredibly refreshing."

• Rhymes for bael

• Nearby Words

badmouth
badness
bae
bael
baffle
bafflement
baffler

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Hindi word 'bel', which ultimately traces back to the Sanskrit word 'bilva', referring to the sacred tree in Hindu tradition.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bael. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bael
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