Lotus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈloʊtəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lotus is a noun meaning Any of genus Nelumbo of aquatic plants in the family Nelumbonaceae.
Meaning
Any of genus Nelumbo of aquatic plants in the family Nelumbonaceae.
More Meanings
- A water lily (Nymphaea), especially those of Egypt or India.
- A legendary plant eaten by the Lotophagi of the Odyssey that caused drowsiness and euphoria.
- A number of other plants bearing lotus in their scientific or common names (see Derived terms below).
- An architectural motif of ancient Egyptian temples.
- Ellipsis of lotus position.
Example Sentences
Since the '60s ended abruptly on January 1, 1970, everyone, protestors, police and all, fell to the ground in a full lotus.
Word Forms
- lotuses
- loti
- lotos
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lily, blossom, flower, petalled, petaled, lin.
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