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Alinga (noun)

Sense 1:

Popular usage: In Aboriginal Australian culture, alinga refers to a sacred object or symbol representing a spiritual being or ancestral force.

Example sentence:

The elders passed down the alinga from one generation to the next, ensuring the spiritual connection with their ancestors remained strong.

Sense 2:

Local usage: In certain areas of India, alinga is a term used to describe the unmanifested form of the divine, often associated with a formless representation of God.

Example sentence:

The devotees meditated upon the alinga, seeking a deeper connection with the divine beyond any physical representations.

Alinga (adjective)

Sense 1:

Popular usage: Alinga, in general English, is used to describe something hidden, not easily noticeable or distinguishable.

Example sentence:

Her alinga presence made it difficult for others to perceive her true thoughts and emotions.

Sense 2:

Local usage: In Gujarati, alinga is an adjective used to describe a feminine noun when no gender is specified in the context.

Example sentence:

The Gujarati phrase "Ek gali ma alinga chokari" translates to "In a street, a girl (no specific gender) was playing."