linga
- noun
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marca
- The linga acts as an important identifying mark in various religious ceremonies and traditions.
Examples
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Many craftspeople create intricate lingas to represent their beliefs and showcase their artistry.
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And yes, like we share lingas and saris and stuff like that.
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In ancient cultures, a linga was often used as a sacred symbol representing the divine.
Synonyms
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A mark, like a letter, that stands for something
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A sign or symbol that shows who something belongs to
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A pattern or sign on something that helps you tell it apart
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A special feature people notice about someone or something
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A word, number and symbol that shows a person or thing
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A clear feature that helps you recognize someone or something
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Distinctive lines or shapes on a face that show how it looks
A clear feature that people notice in someone's work or appearance
How Distinct
Surface Forms
Etymology
Linga comes from the Sanskrit liṅga, which means 'mark' or 'sign', and was used like a maker's stamp or signature to show who made an object. That's why a linga can mean a distinguishing mark that identifies something.