Chiri: 3 definitions
Introduction:
Chiri means something in the history of ancient India, biology. 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.
Ambiguity: Although Chiri has separate glossary definitions below, it also represents an alternative spelling of the word Ciri. It further has the optional forms Chīri and Chīrī.
India history and geography
Source: Shodhganga: Vernacular architecture of Assam with special reference to Brahmaputra ValleyChiri is a Deori term referring to “purlin”.—It appears in the study dealing with the vernacular architecture (local building construction) of Assam whose rich tradition is backed by the numerous communities and traditional cultures.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsChiri in the Malayalam language is the name of a plant identified with Holigarna nigra Bourd. from the Anacardiaceae (Cashew) family. For the possible medicinal usage of chiri, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Chiri in South America is the name of a plant defined with Nicotiana tabacum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Nicotiana tabaca St.-Lag. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Acta Genetica Sinica (1984)
· Cytologia (1982)
· Linnaea (1847)
· Flora de Veracruz (1986)
· Chromosoma (1980)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1978)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Chiri, for example health benefits, side effects, diet and recipes, chemical composition, extract dosage, pregnancy safety, have a look at these references.
This sections includes definitions from the five kingdoms of living things: Animals, Plants, Fungi, Protists and Monera. It will include both the official binomial nomenclature (scientific names usually in Latin) as well as regional spellings and variants.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with (+85): Chiri ka chanwalia, Chiri koora, Chiri morio, Chiri motio, Chiri pipli, Chiri tseri, Chiri-aannem, Chiri-annem, Chiri-dewak, Chiri-ghas, Chiri-ghass, Chiri-hetsau, Chiri-ka-khet, Chiri-sanango, Chiria, Chiriannem, Chiribikki, Chiribilva, Chiric sanango, Chiricahua mountain columbine.
Ends with (+7): Arakkuviciri, Campankiviciri, Cannaviciri, Chichiri, Chirchiri, Ciri, Cirippaycciri, Dieng chiri, Kannativiciri, Kapur kachiri, Katikaraviciri, Kilichiri, Kutiraippaciri, Mancalviciri, Muchichiri, Muchiri, Muciri, Mukhachiri, Nachiri, Paciri.
Full-text: Chiri-dewak, Chiri pipli, Dieng chiri, Chiri tseri, Chiri-ka-khet, Chiri-hetsau, Chiri koora, Chiri-sanango, Chiri motio, Chiri ka chanwalia, Chiri morio, Chiri-ghass, Chiri-ghas, Chiri-aannem, Chiri-annem.
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Search found 2 books and stories containing Chiri, Chīri, Chīrī; (plurals include: Chiris, Chīris, Chīrīs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Vernacular architecture of Assam (by Nabajit Deka)
Deori Vernacular Architecture < [Chapter 6]
The Essentials of Karnatic Music < [March-April, 1929]
The Essentials of Karnatic music < [April – June, 2004]