lo‧tus /ˈləʊtəs $ ˈloʊ-/ noun [countable]

1. a white or pink flower that grows on the surface of lakes in Asia and Africa, or the shape of this flower used in decorations

2. a fruit that gives you a pleasant dreamy feeling after you eat it, according to ancient Greek stories

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