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saman

 

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Noun saman has 1 sense
  1. rain tree, saman, monkeypod, monkey pod, zaman, zamang, Albizia saman - large ornamental tropical American tree with bipinnate leaves and globose clusters of flowers with crimson stamens and sweet-pulp seed pods eaten by cattle
    --1 is a kind of albizzia, albizia

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Saman

Noun

Sense 1: A large tropical rainforest tree with a broad crown and spreading branches, native to South America.

Example sentence: The saman tree in the park provided ample shade for the picnic goers.

Noun

Sense 2: A traditional dance form originating from the Malay culture in Southeast Asia.

Example sentence: The performers showcased their skills in the graceful moves of the saman.

Noun

Sense 3: A term used in India and Pakistan to refer to communal labor to accomplish a task for the community.

Example sentence: The villagers gathered for a saman to build a well for their community.

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