amalaka

/ˌamɑːˈlɑːkɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

A fruit or berry, especially one used in Hindu rituals, often associated with Lord Krishna.

“The devotees offered amalakas as a sacred offering to the deity.”

2. proper noun

A specific type of amalaka fruit, often used in Ayurvedic medicine.

“The traditional healer used amalaka to create a restorative paste for the patient’s wound.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the amalaka fruit.

“The amalaka tree was said to have healing properties in ancient texts.”

Synonyms

  • berry
  • fruit
  • sacred offering

Antonyms

  • profane fruit
  • secular offering