banyan

• Substantiv, das den ostindischen Banyanbaum (eine Feigenart) bezeichnet, der Luftwurzeln bildet, die in den Boden wachsen und zusätzliche Stämme ausbilden, sowie eine ursprünglich in Indien getragene lockere Jacke oder einen Schlafrock.

A noun referring to an East Indian tree that produces aerial shoots which grow downward into the soil, forming additional trunks, or a loose-fitting jacket originally worn in India.

1. Indian fig treeB2formalscientific

   A large tropical tree native to the Indian subcontinent, characterized by its aerial prop roots that grow downward from branches and form additional trunks, allowing the tree to spread over a wide area.

   Banyan

   • The ancient banyan tree in the village square provided shade for the entire market.
   • Banyan trees can cover several acres of land with their extensive root systems.
   • We sat under the sprawling banyan tree, listening to the birds.

   Synonymebanyan treeeast indian fig tree

2. C1formalbritish

   A lightweight, loose-fitting jacket or robe, originally worn in India, often made of cotton or silk.

   Locker sitzende Jacke

   • He wore a traditional banyan over his shirt during the summer months.
   • The merchant imported fine silk banyans from India.
   • In the 18th century, gentlemen in Europe often wore a banyan as a comfortable house coat.

   Synonymedressing gowngownrobewrapper