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banyan

 

[ หˆbรฆnjษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

tree species

A banyan is a type of tree that is notable for its unique growth habit, producing aerial roots that extend from its branches and develop into new trunks. This tropical tree is often associated with sacred landscapes in India and has significant cultural importance. Banyan trees can grow large, covering considerable areas and creating a shaded canopy. They are often found in parks and temples, symbolizing immortality and wisdom.

Synonyms

Ficus benghalensis, fig tree

Examples of usage

  • The banyan tree in the courtyard provides ample shade.
  • We gathered under the massive banyan, sharing stories.
  • In India, the banyan is often revered and associated with deities.

Translations

Translations of the word "banyan" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น banyan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคจเฅเคฏเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Banyanbaum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pohon beringin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐะฝัŒัะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ banyan

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒ‹ใƒคใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท banian

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ banyan

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท banyan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ˜์–€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงู†ูŠุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ banyรกn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ banyan

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฆ•ๆ ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ banyan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ banyan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะฝะธัะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ banyan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ banyan

Etymology

The term 'banyan' originated from the Gujarati word 'bฤnjฤ', which referred to a merchant or trader. These traders often used the shade of these trees to conduct their business, leading to the association of the tree with commerce and social gathering. The word has made its way into several languages and cultures, stemming from the deep-rooted significance of the banyan tree in the Indian subcontinent, where it holds spiritual value. Banyan trees are characterized by their aerial roots that descend from branches and take root in the ground, allowing them to expand over a large area. They are vital to the ecosystem as they provide habitat for various wildlife and contribute to biodiversity.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,187 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.