Chuha: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Chuha means something in Jainism, Prakrit, 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 Chuha has separate glossary definitions below, it also represents an alternative spelling of the word Cuha.
Languages of India and abroad
Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionaryChuha in Hindi refers in English to:—(nm) a rat, mouse; [cuhedani] a rat-trap; [cuhom ka damda pelana, peta mem] to be extremely hungry, to be starved; [cuhom ki mauta billi ka khela] it may be fun to you but it is death to the frogs..—chuha (चूहा) is alternatively transliterated as Cūhā.
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Chuhā (छुहा) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Sudhā.
2) Chuhā (छुहा) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Kṣudh.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Chuhai, Chuhaia, Chuhal, Chuhalu, Chuhara, Chuharoi, Chuhaula.
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Search found 1 books and stories containing Chuha, Chuhā; (plurals include: Chuhas, Chuhās). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Jainism in Odisha (Orissa) (by Ashis Ranjan Sahoo)
Jaina Antiquities at Jaipurpatana (Khordha) < [Chapter 3: Survey of Jaina Antiquities in Odisha]
Jaina Antiquities at Nageswari Gramadevati Shrine, Nuadhana < [Chapter 3: Survey of Jaina Antiquities in Odisha]