What are the names of common things we use daily but don't know their names?

 At this point, it’s almost impossible to count the total number of words in English, considering all the loanwords, internet slang, and whatnot. While the Oxford English dictionary settles on 600,000, and Google and Harvard researchers — on one million, we can still find gaps in the language.

Yet, that thingy, that we might see or experience but don’t have a word for, likely already has a name.

Scroll down below to add few more words to your vocabulary..

1.The outer part of the pizza’s crust — Cornicione.

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2. The vertical groove between the nose and upper lip — Philtrum

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3. The cardboard sleeves on to-go coffee cups — Zarf

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4. The small piece of metal between the pencil and the eraser — Ferrule

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5. The side of the hammer not used for hammering — Peen

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6.The chart for an eye test — Snellen chart

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7. The long strips on a peeled banana — Phloem bundles.

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8. The plastic or metal ends of shoelaces — Aglets

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9. Little nubs on the surface of a ping pong paddle — Pips

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10. #Hashtag or pound symbol — Octothorpe

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11. The infinity symbol — Lemniscate

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12. The strips between window frames — Muntins

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13. The space between the eyebrows — Glabella

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14. Illegible handwriting — Griffonage

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15. The smell after the rain — Petrichor

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16. The white, crescent part at the root of the nail — Lunula

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17. The symbols used to replace profanity — Grawlix

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18. A small, wave-like dab of toothpaste — Nurdle

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19. The armhole in clothes — Armscye

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20. When you use the stairs and you grab onto the side railing structure thing - - Banister.

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What were the names of Asoka's wives? Did he have any children from them?

 

them?

Devi

Ashoka was appointed as Viceroy at Ujjain. While going to Ujjain, he halted at Vidisha and met Devi, beautiful daughter of a merchant. He courted her and brought her to Ujjain where she gave birth to Mahendra and Sanghamitra. When Ashoka usupred the throne, Devi didn't follow him to Patliputra but sent her children with their father.

There is speculation why Devi stayed behind in Vidhisha and one of the opinions is that she didn't want to be ruled by Agramahishi (Chief Queen) at Patliputra and preferred to rule his Harem at Vidisha.

Karuwaki

Karuwaki was second wife and Ashoka and mother of his son , Tivala. Her mention is in Ashoka's Allahabad Pillar Inscription in which it's mentioned all the charities made by her should be in her name.

Karuwaki’s origins are not mentioned in any sources whether literary or archeological. Her being related with Kalinga in any way is a pure myth.

Few scholars associate Karuwaki with Tisyarakshita, Ashoka's last wife and second Chief Queen.

Padmavati

Padmavati was one of the wives of Ashoka and her origins are not known. She was mother of his son Kunala.

Kunala was born the day Ashoka had ended up making 84000 stupas. He was first name Dharmavivardhana but due to his bright eyes resembling a Himalayan bird named Kunala, he was named Kunala. He is said to have eyes like a blue lotus, which might be just a metaphor.

Padmavati can not be Asandhimitra because she was alive when the infamous story of blinding of Kunala happened.

As Kunala was the Crown Prince, Padmavati either was from a very rich noble background or she was his absolutely favourite wife but not noble enough to be raised to the rank of Chief Queen.

Asandhimitra

Asandhimitra was the most favourite and influential wife of Ashoka and he raised her to the rank of Chief Queen just because of her wit, merit and sheer loyalty towards the King.

Asandhimitra is said to have a previous birth connection with Ashoka in which they met Lord Buddha and due to their merit rebirthed as King and Queen.

Due to her merit, Ashoka had become impressed and raised her to the dignity of Chief Queen and it brought jealousy of her co-wives. Ashoka showed them Asandhimitra’s worth when even getting royal seal in a test she refused to become a sovereign. Ashoka through this test showed that he trusted Asandhimitra the most and he had her absolute loyalty.

Asandhimitra had the sole right to give advice to Ashoka and even preach him in philosophy. The privilege of having ear of the King was power enough for her to rule over her co-wives.

Asandhimitra is not mentioned to have any children so it's assumed she either was barren or her children didn't get recognition in history.

Tisyarakshita

Tisyarakshita or Tissarakkha was second Chief Queen of Ashoka. She was made Chief Queen after death of his favourite wife Asandhimitra. She is known to have been highly ambitious.

When she had seen Kunala , she fell in love with his Handsomeness and his eyes attracted her. She asked for love from Kunala but he rejected her calling her a mother and her request a sin. Enraged and feared that Kunala would punish her, she once forged a letter of Ashoka to Kunala (when she got sovereignty for few days as she had saved life of Ashoka from a life threatening disease by finding it would be cured by eating onions. Ashoka as a Buddhist didn't eat onions and she convinced him to eat it as medicines) in which it was written Kunal's eyes should be burnt.

Kunala, who was Viceroy in Taxila was shocked and his ministers refused the order so he out of loyalty burned his eyes. He along with his wife Kanchanmala became a wanderer singing songs of his plight.

When Ashoka heard the songs and realised it was his son, he was grieved and when he got to know Tisyarakshita was the reason, he decided to punish her. Kunala asked for mercy for her but Ashoka eventually burned her alive. In few other versions he forgave her when Kunal's eyes magically returned.

In Parishisth Parvan, Kunala was in Ujjain not Taxila and the queen who blinded him is not mentioned and she did it to make her son heir to the throne and not because Kunala had rejected her.

Ashoka had other wives as well who gave birth to his daughter Charumati, his sons Kustana and Jaluka and others who are not named.

Can you name some Hindi songs that mention brand names?

 There are many songs that mention brand names. Sharing a song which has brand names as well as the product displayed.

The song is, “We are made for each other” from the film “Love”, starring Salman Khan and Revathi (1991).

The entire song is just like an advertisement sponsor program which is beautifully intertwined with the song. Some of the brands mentioned in the song are:

Garden Sarees, Vimal Suitings, Colgate, Old Spice, Nivea, Thums Up, Amul Shrikhand, Coldarin etc.

The above mentioned products are used by the characters while expressing their feelings and care for each other.

Besides this, there are many songs where certain product placements are done or brand names are used include Rangeela Re song from Rangeela where Aditya Narayan renders a few lines mentioning names like Cadbury, Amul, Complan and Horlicks.

Other than this Fevicol Se (Dabangg 2), Tere chumme mein Chawanprash (Bhavesh Joshi Superhero), Zandu Balm (Munni - Dabangg 2), Tu meri hai Pepsi Cola, Main tera hoon Coca Cola (Tan Tana Tan Tan Tan Tara - Judwaa) are a few mentions.

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Why are railway station names written on the yellow board?

 The railway station names are written on the yellow board due to below mentioned points.

• The yellow colour has highly visibility from far away distance to loco pilots to spot the railway station easily. The station names are clearly visible in both day and night and even in foggy weather situation during the winter season.
• The yellow colour better contrast with the black colour. The black letters written on the yellow board is easy to read from far away distance.

Moreover, the colour yellow is placed at third position among the seven primary colours, in terms of wavelength in the visibility spectrum. The more the wavelength of colour, the farthest it can be seen.

In terms of wavelength, the colour red tops the list but it is used to stop trains at signals. The red colour is not used on the station board because the lateral peripheral vision of yellow colour is 1.24 times higher than that of red colour.

Hence, due to above mentioned points and explanations, the railway station names are written on the yellow board in Indian Railways.

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What are the names of the weapons of Lord Vishnu?

 𝟭.) 𝗦𝗨𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗞𝗥𝗔

The Sudarshan Chakra has 108 serrated blades, and has the capability to travel several million yojanas (1 Yojana = 8 kms) at a blink of an eye. It is not thrown at anyondy, rather, by willpower, it is sent against the enemy. It has tremendous occult and spiritual power to destroy everything and it also indicates time (or an symbol of time)

𝟮.) 𝗞𝗔𝗨𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗞𝗜 𝗚𝗔𝗗𝗔

This is the Mace of Lord Vishnu the Lord holds this invincible weapon no creature rather than him can hold this although Lord hanuman can hold this coz he's one of the greatest devotee of the Lord.

𝟯.) 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔 𝗕𝗢𝗪

Sharanga is the celestial bow of Lord Vishnu In South India, Sharanga is also called as Kodanda. This bow was crafted by Viswakarma, the Cosmic architect and maker of weapons, along with the Pinaka, the bow of Lord Shiva. Once, Brahma wanted to know who was a better archer, Vishnu or Shiva. Brahma created a quarrel between the two, which led to a terrible duel. The impact of their fight was such that the balance of the entire universe was disturbed. Lord Vishnu won the duel and rendered Pinaka immovable just by uttering 'hum'. Lord Shiva gave his Pinaka bow to a king, who was an ancestor of King Janaka, the father of Sita and Lord Vishnu too decided to do the same, and gave his bow to the Sage Richika. In time, Sharanga came into the possession of Parashurama, the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu and Richika's grandson.

𝟰.) 𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗞 (𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗗)

Nandak is the holy sword of lord Vishnu and it's king among the swords the sword is considered as the companion of Lord Vishnu and has shining appearance and it glitters like star.The Nandak sword contains great powers Through this Lord Vishnu had fought with Madhu and Kaitabh Lord Rama also used it in Lanka war.

𝟱.) 𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗡𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔

In my personal views this is one of the most underrated weapon because (naraynastra is hyped up) this weapon is capable of doing or destroying anything and everything with this same weapon Lord Vishnu slayed the two demon's Madhu and Kaitabh (the most mighty demon's in the Sanatan history) it can even kill Immortals and one more interesting feature of this Marvelous weapon is There is no counter to Vaishnavastra .Even Narayanastra pales in comparision to its power : It can even destroy the aestic spiritual merit and Vishnu's own energy that shows the infallibility it possess .

𝟲.) 𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔

The Narayanastra is the personal weapon of Lord Vishnu in his Narayana form. This astra in turn fires a powerful tirade of millions of deadly missiles simultaneously. The intensity of the shower rises with increase in resistance. The only way to defend against the missile is to show total submission before the missiles hit, this in turn will cause this weapon to stop and spare the target. It is one of the six 'Mantramukta' weapons that cannot be resisted. In Mahabharata only Ashwathama possessed the Narayanastra. In Ramayana, only Lord Rama possessed this weapon or i think indrajit too had this.

𝗝𝗔𝗜 𝗟𝗔𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡❤️

Can you list all the names of Goddess Lakshmi besides Mahalakshmi?

 Goddess Lakshmi has many names. Here are some of their names:

Ashtalakshmi - Eight forms of Lakshmi, Adilakshmi, Dhanalakshmi, Dhanyalakshmi, Gajalakshmi, Santanalakshmi, Veeralakshmi, Bhagya Lakshmi, Vijayalakshmi, Vidyalakshmi, Ishwari, Kamla, Chala, Bhooti, ​​Haripriya, Padma, Padmalaya, Sampad, Rama, Shri.

Some more names of Goddess Lakshmi:

Bhargavi, Vishnupriya, Sindhusuta, Rukmini, Sita, Narayani, Bhagwati, Madhavi, Vaishnavi, Varahi.

Goddess Lakshmi is also known by names like Lakhi, Lakshmika, Lakshmitva, and Lavanyasari.

The Different Names of Draupadi: A Detailed Analysis

Introduction

Draupadi, one of the most revered figures in the Mahabharata, is a symbol of strength, dignity, and divine grace. She is known by several names, each reflecting different aspects of her personality, divine origins, and her role in the epic. Understanding these names provides insight into her character, virtues, and the significance of her presence in the Mahabharata. This detailed analysis explores the different names of Draupadi, their meanings, and their contextual importance in Hindu mythology.

1. Draupadi: The Daughter of Drupada

The name Draupadi means ‘daughter of Drupada,’ referring to her lineage as the princess of Panchala and the daughter of King Drupada. This name highlights her royal heritage and the circumstances of her divine birth through a sacrificial fire, making her unique among all women in the Mahabharata.

2. Krishnaa: The Dark-Hued One

One of Draupadi’s most commonly used names is Krishnaa, meaning ‘the dark-hued one.’ This name signifies her exceptional beauty, often described as possessing a complexion as radiant as a dark lotus or a monsoon cloud. It also establishes a connection between her and Lord Krishna, her closest friend and guide, suggesting a divine bond between them.

3. Panchali: The Princess of Panchala

The name Panchali signifies Draupadi’s identity as the princess of the kingdom of Panchala. This name is often used in the epic when referring to her role as the daughter of Drupada and her representation of the pride and honor of Panchala.

4. Yajnaseni: The One Born from a Yajna (Sacrificial Fire)

Draupadi was not born in a conventional manner but emerged from the sacred fire during King Drupada’s yajna (sacrificial ritual), conducted to obtain a powerful offspring who could defeat Drona. Because of this miraculous birth, she is called Yajnaseni, meaning ‘born of a yajna.’ This name highlights her divine origin and her predetermined role in shaping the destiny of the Pandavas.

5. Sairandhri: The Maid of Queen Sudeshna

During the Pandavas’ exile, Draupadi assumed the disguise of Sairandhri, a maid in the court of Queen Sudeshna in the kingdom of Matsya. This name is significant because it reflects her resilience, adaptability, and ability to maintain her dignity even in adversity. As Sairandhri, she endured harassment from Kichaka, which ultimately led to his destruction by Bhima.

6. Malini: The Bearer of Garlands

Draupadi is sometimes referred to as Malini, meaning ‘one adorned with garlands.’ This name can be connected to her Swayamvara, where she garlanded Arjuna as her chosen husband. It symbolizes her agency in choosing her partner, a rare privilege for women in that era.

7. Parshati: The Granddaughter of Prishata

As the granddaughter of King Prishata, Draupadi is also known as Parshati. This name reflects her noble lineage and reinforces her connection to a powerful warrior ancestry, highlighting the warrior spirit she inherited.

8. Nityayuvani: The Ever-Youthful One

The name Nityayuvani means ‘the one who is eternally young.’ This could be an allusion to her divine origin, which may have granted her an ageless beauty and charm, distinguishing her from ordinary women.

9. Mahabhaagaa: The Greatly Fortunate One

Draupadi is sometimes called Mahabhaagaa, meaning ‘the greatly fortunate one.’ This name may seem ironic given her hardships, but in a spiritual sense, it signifies that she was blessed with divine protection, unwavering devotion, and an unbreakable spirit.

10. Sumadhyama: The Beautifully Shaped One

Draupadi’s beauty is frequently described in the Mahabharata, and the name Sumadhyama (‘one with a graceful form’) is used to highlight her divine allure and enchanting presence.

11. Pativrata Shiromani: The Epitome of Devotion to Husbands

Despite the unusual circumstance of being married to five husbands, Draupadi remained devoted and just in her role. She is often regarded as a Pativrata Shiromani, the ultimate symbol of loyalty and devotion to her husbands, ensuring that she upheld Dharma (righteousness) in all circumstances.

12. Shyamala: The Dusky Beauty

Similar to Krishnaa, the name Shyamala also refers to Draupadi’s dark complexion, reinforcing her uniqueness and divine charm. Her beauty is often compared to that of the celestial Apsaras.

13. Veerasundari: The Brave and Beautiful One

Draupadi was not only known for her physical beauty but also for her extraordinary courage. The name Veerasundari (‘the brave and beautiful one’) captures both these aspects, emphasizing her warrior-like resolve and charm.

14. Agni Kanya: The Daughter of Fire

Since Draupadi emerged from fire, she is sometimes referred to as Agni Kanya (‘daughter of fire’). This name symbolizes her fiery spirit, which burns against injustice and dishonor, as seen in her vow for vengeance after her humiliation in the Kaurava court.

15. Draupadaputri: The Beloved Daughter of Drupada

As a cherished daughter of King Drupada, she is sometimes called Draupadaputri, reinforcing her father’s pride and expectations of her playing a crucial role in his revenge against Drona.

16. Satyavadi: The Truthful One

Draupadi always stood for truth and justice, never hesitating to question wrongdoing. The name Satyavadi (‘the truthful one’) reflects her unwavering commitment to righteousness.

17. Manini: The Dignified One

Despite the numerous hardships she faced, Draupadi never lost her self-respect. The name Manini (‘the dignified one’) represents her unyielding pride, dignity, and grace even in adversity.

18. Dharmapatni: The Wife of the Righteous Ones

As the wife of the five Pandavas, who are known as embodiments of Dharma, Draupadi is often referred to as Dharmapatni (‘wife of the righteous ones’). This name underscores her role as an integral part of their journey toward justice and truth.

19. Arshajaa: The Noble-Born

Draupadi’s royal lineage and divine birth earn her the title Arshajaa, which means ‘noble-born.’ This name emphasizes her high status and her destiny to influence the course of history.

20. Panchamahishi: The Queen of Five

A unique name given to Draupadi is Panchamahishi, meaning ‘the queen of five,’ as she was married to the five Pandava brothers. This name highlights her rare marital status and the challenges and responsibilities that came with it.

Conclusion

Draupadi’s various names reflect the many dimensions of her character—her beauty, strength, divine origins, resilience, and unwavering commitment to truth. Each name is a testament to her extraordinary journey and her enduring legacy in Hindu mythology. Through these names, we gain deeper insight into her unparalleled influence as a queen, a warrior, a wife, and a beacon of justice in the Mahabharata.