ghâsh is an Orkish word for "fire".[1] The Orcs of Moria used the word in reference to the Balrog, when it entered the Chamber of Mazarbul and tried to force its way through a door which was blocked by Gandalf.[2]
References
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, "Words, Phrases and Passages in Various Tongues in The Lord of the Rings", in Parma Eldalamberon XVII (edited by Christopher Gilson), p. 48
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring, "The Bridge of Khazad-dûm"