lotus
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɫoʊtəs// UK //lˈəʊtəs// lo·tus
n. a beautiful water flower that grows in ponds and lakes. It is a very important symbol in many Asian cultures and religions.
n. a large aquatic plant with prominent flowers and leaves that rise above the water surface. It carries significant symbolic weight in Eastern religions, representing purity and enlightenment.
The pink lotus flower floated peacefully on the pond.
During the festival, thousands of people gather to watch the lotus blossoms open at dawn.
In many artistic traditions, the lotus is depicted as emerging from muddy waters to bloom in pristine beauty, serving as a metaphor for spiritual transcendence.
Usage
Often used in the phrase 'lotus position' to describe a specific cross-legged sitting posture in yoga and meditation.