Busi: 5 definitions
Introduction:
Busi means something in the history of ancient India, Jainism, Prakrit, biology. 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.
India history and geography
Source: Project Gutenberg: Castes and Tribes of Southern India, Volume 1Busi (“dirt”) refers to one of the exogamous septs (divisions) among the Mutrachas: a Telugu caste most numerous in the Kistna, Nellore, Cuddapah, and North Arcot districts. The Mutracha people were employed by the Vijayanagar kings to defend the frontiers of their dominions, and were honoured with the title of paligars.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsBusi in the Telugu language is the name of a plant identified with Protium serratum (Wall. ex Colebr.) Engl. from the Burseraceae (Torchwood) family having the following synonyms: Bursera serrata. For the possible medicinal usage of busi, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Busi in Ghana is the name of a plant defined with Guarea thompsonii in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices.
2) Busi in India is also identified with Clerodendrum viscosum It has the synonym Clerodendrum infortunatum Dennst. (etc.).
3) Busi is also identified with Protium serratum It has the synonym Bursera serrata Wall. ex Colebr..
4) Busi is also identified with Schleichera oleosa It has the synonym Cussambium oleosum O. Kuntze (etc.).
5) Busi is also identified with Vitex pinnata It has the synonym Wallrothia articulata Roth (etc.).
6) Busi in Philippines is also identified with Corypha utan It has the synonym Taliera sylvestris (Lam.) Blume (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Monographiae Phanerogamarum (1883)
· Allgemeine Naturgeschichte
· Rumphia (1839)
· Exkursionsfl. Java (1912)
· Lipids (1971)
· Phytologia (1976)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Busi, for example pregnancy safety, health benefits, extract dosage, chemical composition, side effects, diet and recipes, have a look at these references.
This sections includes definitions from the five kingdoms of living things: Animals, Plants, Fungi, Protists and Monera. It will include both the official binomial nomenclature (scientific names usually in Latin) as well as regional spellings and variants.
Languages of India and abroad
Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionaryBusi (बुसि) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Vṛṣi.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
Kannada-English dictionary
Source: Alar: Kannada-English corpusBūsi (ಬೂಸಿ):—[noun] = ಬೂಸ [busa].
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Būsi (ಬೂಸಿ):—[noun] the plant Justicia diffusa (var. hediotidifolia) of Acanthaceae family.
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: Busi chettu, Busi-bhamdalu, Busi-chettu, Busia, Busigan, Busigili, Busigyo, Busika, Busikag, Busila, Busilitaa, Businai, Busing, Busitole.
Ends with: Bambusi, Chirmabusi, Cinnabusi, Ekkudubusi, Errabusi, Hebbusi, Kanmampuci, Karakabusi, Kifungambusi, Lal babusi, Lalbabusi, Lumbuzi-busi, Muyili nbusi, Nibusi, Nirbusi, Nkumambusi, Yerrabusi.
Full-text (+10): Lumbuzi-busi, Busi-bhamdalu, Busi chettu, Devaski, Jadakama, Busi-chettu, Ghenendenem, Gadanavisi, Khasagi, Kola-bhandalu, Takamatika, Najuka-kama, Karyakushala, Gahanaca-vyapara, Paurohita, Caritartha, Patadem, Pishacalipi, Vrishi, Ghalaghusada.
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Search found 5 books and stories containing Busi, Būsi; (plurals include: Busis, Būsis). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Guide to Tipitaka (by U Ko Lay)
Part V - Brahmapa Vagga < [(b) Majjihma Pannasa Pali]
Glories of India (Culture and Civilization) (by Prasanna Kumar Acharya)
Machinery of government < [Chapter 3 - Political life of State sovereignty and Individual liberty]
The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
Healthcare Facilities and Medical Tourism: A Bibliometric Analysis < [v.31(2): 1–224 2024 Apr]
Indonesian Medical Tourists: Rationale and Preferences in Malaysia < [v.29(2): 1–174 2022 Apr]
World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
Biodegradable and Bioinspired Polymers for Drug Delivery and Pharma < [2012: September issue 4]
Archives of Social Sciences of Religions
Intersecting Lives: Businessmen, Priests, and Parish Communities < [Volume 162 (2013)]
Russian Saint: A Journey of Construction and Spirituality < [Volume 162 (2013)]