soma
Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊmə/
The English word “soma” has 6 meanings listed here.
noun
- The whole axial portion of an animal, including the head, neck, trunk, and tail.
- The body of an organism in contrast to the germ cells.
- The bulbous part of a neuron, containing the cell nucleus.
- The corporeal body, as distinguished from the psyche or soul and the pneuma or spirit.
- A ritual drink in ancient Vedic culture, obtained by pressing the Soma plant.
- Any kind of intoxicating drug.
Etymology
From New Latin, from Ancient Greek σῶμα (sôma, “body”).
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