Kali (Noun)
Meaning 1
Bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The kali plant was abundant in the coastal areas of Europe and Asia, where it was harvested for its various uses.
- In the 18th century, kali was an important crop in the production of glass, as it provided a source of soda.
- Kali plants were introduced to the Americas by European colonizers, who valued them for their utility in manufacturing.
- Locals in the Middle East had long used kali as a soap substitute, exploiting its high sodium content.
- As a source of alkali, kali was crucial for textile production and other industries during the Industrial Revolution.
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Meaning 2
Wife of Siva and malevolent form of Devi; "the black".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.