lotus Synonyms
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lotus Meaning
lotus (n)
native to eastern Asia; widely cultivated for its large pink or white flowers
annual or perennial herbs or subshrubs
white Egyptian lotus: water lily of Egypt to southeastern Africa; held sacred by the Egyptians
lotus (n.)
A name of several kinds of water lilies; as Nelumbium speciosum, used in religious ceremonies, anciently in Egypt, and to this day in Asia; Nelumbium luteum, the American lotus; and Nymphaea and N. caerulea, the respectively white-flowered and blue-flowered lotus of modern Egypt, which, with Nelumbium speciosum, are figured on its ancient monuments.
The lotus of the lotuseaters, probably a tree found in Northern Africa, Sicily, Portugal, and Spain (Zizyphus Lotus), the fruit of which is mildly sweet. It was fabled by the ancients to make strangers who ate of it forget their native country, or lose all desire to return to it.
The lote, or nettle tree. See Lote.
A genus (Lotus) of leguminous plants much resembling clover.
An ornament much used in Egyptian architecture, generally asserted to have been suggested by the Egyptian water lily.
lotus Sentence Examples
- The serene lotus blossom unfolded its petals on the tranquil pond.
- In the ancient temple courtyard, a colossal stone lotus fountain danced with water.
- The lotus motif adorned the intricate carvings on the wooden screen.
- The yoga practitioner sat in the lotus position, their mind focused like the center of the lotus.
- The vibrant colors of the lotus were a testament to its resilience and adaptability.
- The delicate petals of the pink lotus swayed gently in the summer breeze.
- The lotus flower was considered sacred in various cultures, symbolizing purity and enlightenment.
- The white lotus is a symbol of compassion and unconditional love.
- A bouquet of lotus flowers added an exotic touch to the room's decor.
- The lotus pond was a sanctuary for wildlife, with frogs jumping among its leaves.
FAQs About the word lotus
native to eastern Asia; widely cultivated for its large pink or white flowers, annual or perennial herbs or subshrubs, white Egyptian lotus: water lily of Egypt
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The serene lotus blossom unfolded its petals on the tranquil pond.
In the ancient temple courtyard, a colossal stone lotus fountain danced with water.
The lotus motif adorned the intricate carvings on the wooden screen.
The yoga practitioner sat in the lotus position, their mind focused like the center of the lotus.
