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lotus

noun
lotus pronunciation English ˈləʊtəs lotus pronunciation American ˈloʊtəs
 
1 a tropical plant with white or pink flowers that grows on the surface of lakes in Africa and Asiaa lotus flower2 a picture in the shape of the lotus plant, used in art and architecture, especially in ancient Egypt3 (in ancient Greek stories) a fruit that is supposed to make you feel happy and relaxed when you have eaten it, as if in a dream