lila
1 Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of lila
First recorded in 1820–30, lila is from the Sanskrit word līlā play, sport, diversion
Example Sentences
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“I love Nature Friends because it reminded me of home, north of Tehran — a place called Darband,” said member Lila Ghobady, who hosted Nowruz, the Persian New Year celebration, at the lodge in 2023 in memory of her sister, Fereshteh.
From Los Angeles Times
Nine-year-old Lila Bonner, a Dallas native was found dead after flooding near Camp Mystic, according to NBC News.
From BBC
Lila follows her twin brother Elio, who is best friends with Raúl, but all is tested in the 90 miles it takes to get to Miami.
From Los Angeles Times
Lila Marsland was examined by various medics over several hours at Tameside Hospital in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, on 27 December 2023.
From BBC
A jury at her inquest ruled Lila's death was contributed to by hospital neglect.
From BBC
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