Padiru, Paḍiru: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Padiru means something in Jainism, Prakrit. 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.
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionaryPaḍiru (पडिरु) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Pratiru.
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 corpusPadiru (ಪದಿರು):—
1) [noun] an ambiguous speech or statement.
2) [noun] a statement or question, that requires some ingenuity to solve or answer; a riddle.
3) [noun] a clever, witty speech.
4) [noun] a gesture or motion that conveys information, gives a command, etc.; a sign.
5) [noun] a variety of sounds.
6) [noun] a vocal or musical sound.
7) [noun] a condition in which things tend to be contrary to each other; contradiction.
8) [noun] a taunting, sneering, cutting or caustic remark; sarcasm.
9) [noun] the way a thing happens or is done; a manner.
10) [noun] powers of thinking and reasoning; intellectual and perceptive powers; wit.
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: Padirua, Padiruddha, Padirumbha, Padirumdha, Padirupu, Padiruva, Padiruvaga, Padiruvamsi, Padiruvanaya, Padiruvatu.
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