Meaning & use
lotus
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A water lily with large, fragrant flowers, especially one that grows in ponds and is often used as a symbol of purity in Asian art and religion.
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Pink lotus flowers floated on the surface of the temple pond.
The lotus is a recurring symbol in Buddhist and Hindu iconography.
A note on using this word
The 'lotus position' in yoga takes its name from the flower's symmetrical, cross-legged shape.
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water lily
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