Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A plant of the genus Nelumbo, native to Asia and eastern North America, with large round leaves and showy pink or white flowers
Pronunciation (US): /ˈloʊtɑs/
Pronunciation (UK): /ˈləʊtɒs/
Origin and Usage: The word "lotos" comes from the Greek word "lōtos," which refers to a type of plant. In English, "lotos" is a rare variant spelling of "lotus," which is more commonly used. The plant has been used in various cultures for its medicinal and culinary properties.
Synonyms: None
Related Words: Lotta, Lotty, Loath, Lobar, Lobby
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