lota
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of lota
First recorded in 1800–10, lota is from the Hindi word lotā
Example Sentences
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For South Asians who fall in love with non–South Asians, they plot the “perfect” moment to unleash their lota secret.
From Salon • Jul. 10, 2012
The lota is a magical chalice for our peoples – it’s a traditional hand-held vessel that contains water to assist in our bathroom “activities.”
From Salon • Jul. 10, 2012
At my former law job, I once used a venti Starbucks cup as a temporary, emergency lota.
From Salon • Jul. 10, 2012
Growing up with the lota The lota extracts a tremendous toll on one’s emotional well-being during adolescence.
From Salon • Jul. 10, 2012
Eda inoma si lota ut sinmapo si dūa ay sinan ifūgau ut pimatakdugna.
From Kankanay Ceremonies (American Archaeology and Ethnology) by Moss, C. R.
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