Maira, Mairā: 3 definitions
Introduction:
Maira 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: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Indian Epigraphical GlossaryMairā.—(CII 4), boundary of a field. Note: mairā is defined in the “Indian epigraphical glossary” as it can be found on ancient inscriptions commonly written in Sanskrit, Prakrit or Dravidian languages.
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: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Maira in India is the name of a plant defined with Buchanania lanzan in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Buchanania latifolia Roxb..
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Journal of Tree Sciences (1984)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2000)
· Flora Indica (1832)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1990)
· J. Sci. Food Agric. (1977)
· Taxon (1979)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Maira, for example health benefits, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, extract dosage, side effects, chemical composition, 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 dictionaryMairā (मैरा) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Madirā.
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: Mairala, Mairalabhau, Mairam, Mairava, Mairavana, Mairavanacaritra.
Ends with: Almaira, Djoumaira.
Full-text: Madira.
Relevant text
Search found 2 books and stories containing Maira, Mairā; (plurals include: Mairas, Mairās). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi (by Ganganatha Jha)
Verse 11.94 < [Section VIII - Expiation of drinking Wine (surā)]
Harivamsha Purana (by Manmatha Nath Dutt)
Chapter 35 - Jarasandha’s Army < [Book 2 - Vishnu Parva]