white lotus

• Terme désignant une plante aquatique aux fleurs blanches, ou utilisé métaphoriquement pour évoquer quelque chose de pur, rare ou spirituellement significatif dans certains contextes culturels.

A term referring to a type of aquatic plant with white flowers, or metaphorically used to describe something pure, rare, or spiritually significant in certain cultural contexts.

1. Symbol of purity and enlightenmentB2formal

   A white lotus flower, often used as a symbol of spiritual purity, enlightenment, and rebirth in various cultures, especially in Buddhism and Hinduism.

   lotus blanc

   • The white lotus is a sacred symbol in many Eastern religions.
   • In art, the white lotus represents the pure essence of the mind.
   • Meditation often uses the image of a white lotus for focus.

2. Popular culture referenceB2informalamerican

   Refers to the HBO television series 'The White Lotus', a satirical drama about wealthy tourists and hotel staff.

   Le Lotus blanc (série télévisée)

   • Have you seen the new season of 'The White Lotus'?
   • The White Lotus is known for its dark humor and beautiful scenery.
   • She binged all episodes of The White Lotus last weekend.