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jain

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈdʒaɪn// jain

adj. relating to Jainism, an ancient Indian religion that teaches non-violence toward all living things. People who follow this religion believe in living a simple, peaceful life.

adj. relating to or characteristic of Jainism, an ancient Indian religion that emphasizes non-violence (ahimsa), asceticism, and the liberation of the soul. Often used to describe the people, beliefs, or dietary practices associated with this faith.


SIMPLE

The restaurant serves traditional Jain food.

CONTEXTUAL

Many Jain families follow a strict vegetarian diet that excludes root vegetables to avoid harming small organisms in the soil.

COMPLEX

The museum's latest exhibition features intricate Jain manuscripts and sculptures that illustrate the religion's long history of artistic and spiritual devotion in the Indian subcontinent.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from Sanskrit जैन (jaina).

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun to describe people, art, or religious practices.

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