Aiyara, Aiyāra: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Aiyara means something in Jainism, Prakrit, Hindi. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
Alternative spellings of this word include Aeyar.
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Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionaryAiyāra (ऐयार) [Also spelled aeyar]:—(a) shrewd, wily, sly; (nm) a shrewd person, skilled manipulator having the requisites of a gifted detective.
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Aiyara (ऐयर) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Aticar.
2) Aiyāra (ऐयार) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Aticāra.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Aiyarampaiyartirttam.
Ends with: Daiyara, Kaiyara, Niraiyara, Paiyara, Samvaiyara, Taiyara, Vaiyara, Vakaiyara.
Full-text: Aticar, Aticara, Aiyari, Aeyari, Aeyar, Maruttuvam.
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