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词汇 makara
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Definition of makara in English:

makara

noun ˈmʌkərə
  • A mythical crocodile or other sea-animal, variously represented in Indian art; (in Indian contexts) the equivalent of Capricorn in the signs of the zodiac.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in Edward Green Balfour (1813–1889), surgeon and naturalist. From Sanskrit makara crocodile, kind of sea-monster, name of the tenth sign of the zodiac; of uncertain etymology.

Definition of makara in US English:

makara

nounˈmʌkərə
  • A mythical crocodile or other sea-animal, variously represented in Indian art; (in Indian contexts) the equivalent of Capricorn in the signs of the zodiac.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in Edward Green Balfour (1813–1889), surgeon and naturalist. From Sanskrit makara crocodile, kind of sea-monster, name of the tenth sign of the zodiac; of uncertain etymology.

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