CultureHistoryThe word saffron, a colour often associated with Hinduism, is believed to have its root in the Arabic word, az-za'faran which is itself of unknown origin. Vertical TabsNotes(active tab)Further readingTaxonomy NotesSome sources state that saffron derives from the Persian word, زعفران, or za'ferân. Further readingWikipedia (Saffron)Online Etymology Dictionary (Saffron) TaxonomyConnotations: NeutralIndian connection: WeakTags: languageetymologyarabichinduismhindutva