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Banyan Definition & Meaning

banyan
noun
  1. East Indian tree that puts out aerial shoots that grow down into the soil forming additional trunks
  2. a loose fitting jacket; originally worn in India

"Banyan" in song lyrics

See how banyan is used in real songs:

  • "maui banyan"
    AOL — AOL
  • "resortquest at wakiki banyan"
    AOL — AOL
  • "resortquest at the waikiki banyan"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does banyan mean?
East Indian tree that puts out aerial shoots that grow down into the soil forming additional trunks a loose fitting jacket; originally worn in India
What part of speech is banyan?
Banyan is a noun.
How many definitions does banyan have?
Banyan has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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