Paua, Pauā: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Paua 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.
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Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionaryPauā (पौआ):—(nm) quarter of a seer; a weight equivalent to one-fourth of a seer; a pot which can contain quarter seer of liquid (as milk, oil, etc.); a bottle of liquor; backing, support.
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Paua (पौअ) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Prayuta.
2) Pāuā (पाउआ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Pādukā.
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.
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Starts with: Pauamga.
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