lota Meaning & Definition
ˈlō-tə
What Does Lota Mean?
Lota is used as a noun meaning a small usually spherical water vessel of brass or copper used in India.
Lota: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈlō-tə/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | genus lota |
| Plural | lotas |
| First known use | 1810 |
Lota Definition (Noun)
- a small usually spherical water vessel of brass or copper used in India
Synonyms of Lota
Lota synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
lota
lotah
lotahs
lotas
lota (plural lotas)
Origin of Lota
Origin 1: Hindi & Urdu loṭā
Origin 2: From Hindi लोटा (loṭā) / Urdu لوٹا (loṭā). (person who switches loyalties): From the fact that the lota pot has a tendency to fall over and roll around, as it is not stable sitting on its base.
First Known Use
1810
How Do You Say Lota?
The standard pronunciation of lota is /ˈlō-tə/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (lō).
Quick Answers About Lota
What part of speech is lota?
Lota is a noun.
What is another word for lota?
Words with a similar meaning to lota include genus lota. See the full list of lota synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of lota?
The plural of lota is lotas.