Adab: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Adab means something in Hindi. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
Ambiguity: Although Adab has separate glossary definitions below, it also represents an alternative spelling of the word Adaba.
Languages of India and abroad
Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionaryAdab in Hindi refers in English to:—(nm) respect; respectfulness; politeness; literature;—[kayada/lihaja] etiquette, good manners, urbanity; courtesy and consideration..—adab (अदब) is alternatively transliterated as Adaba.
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Kannada-English dictionary
Source: Alar: Kannada-English corpusAdab (ಅದಬ್):—
1) [noun] freedom from conceit or vanity; propriety in speech or conduct; modesty; humility.
2) [noun] an act of controlling or the fact of having control; check; curb; restraint.
Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with (+38): Adaba, Adabada, Adabadakara, Adabade, Adabadebadisu, Adabadisu, Adabahala, Adabajara, Adabajuca, Adabajusa, Adabala, Adabaliga, Adabandara, Adabanem, Adabanga, Adabange, Adabangi, Adabanka, Adabapya, Adabari.
Ends with: Sadab.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Adab, Aadab; (plurals include: Adabs, Aadabs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The civilization of Babylonia and Assyria (by Morris Jastrow)
Part IX < [Chapter VII - The Art Of Babylonia And Assyria]
Part II < [Chapter III - Survey Of The History Of Babylonia And Assyria]
Part IX < [Chapter I - Excavations At Babylonian And Assyrian Sites]
Aspects of Religious Belief and Practice in Babylonia and Assyria (by Morris Jastrow)
The All-India Language < [November 1938]