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Definition of meghna
meghna
/ˈmɛɡnə/
megh · na
Plural:Meghnas
meghna Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A common feminine given name in South Asian cultures, originating from Sanskrit and meaning 'cloud'.
Example
"Meghna presented her research on renewable energy at the international environmental conference."
2
A major river in Bangladesh that forms one of the three principal streams of the Ganges Delta, the largest on Earth, before emptying into the Bay of Bengal.
Example
"During the annual monsoon season, the Meghna River often overflows, depositing nutrient-rich silt across the vast delta."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'megha' (मेघ), meaning 'cloud' or 'raincloud'. It is prominently known as the name of a major river in Bangladesh.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Meghna. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/meghna