Used in a Sentence

lama

Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for lama.

Editorial note

The other is that many Chinese nationalists see positive comments about the Dalai Lama as a cover for anit-China sentiment.

Examples18
Definitions4
Parts of speech1

Quick take

A master of Tibetan Buddhism.

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of lama gathered in one view.

noun

A master of Tibetan Buddhism.

noun

A surname.

noun

(pharmacology) Initialism of long-acting muscarinic antagonist.

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for lama.

noun

A master of Tibetan Buddhism.

noun

A surname.

noun

(pharmacology) Initialism of long-acting muscarinic antagonist.

noun

Alternative form of llama. [A South American mammal of the camel family, Lama glama, used as a domestic beast of burden and a source of wool and meat.]

Example sentences

1

The other is that many Chinese nationalists see positive comments about the Dalai Lama as a cover for anit-China sentiment.

2

In their minds, anything pro-Dalai Lama is proof that Chinas enemies are conducting a smear campaign agains China.

3

There are people are grandfathered in to all kinds of sweetheart rent stabilized / mitchell lama / etc.

4

Most profoundly, he leaves the question unanswered about what the Dalai Lama actually does with the information he consumes.

5

Similarly, the Dalai Lama has won a Nobel Peace Prize, congressional gold medal (highest civilian honor), honorary citizenships and doctorates.

6

Didn't realise the Dalai Lama was a controversial figure just judging from some of the early comments here he is.

7

If nothing else about the Dalai Lama were impressive, overseeing that transition alone would be.

8

The Dalai Lama -- and the Tibetan government in exile -- are in Dharamsala, India which is GMT + 5 1/2.

9

Fun fact: the dalai lama was once the world's largest slave owner in feudal tibet.

10

Here is explaining the program and it's results to the Dalaim Lama October 2014[6].

11

Other big difference: * The Dalai Lama doesn't want to form a theocracy.

12

Yes, I read that, but I don't have any particular reason to think the Dali Lama would provide insight.

Quote examples

1

Right now I think of the Dali Lama as someone famous for being "wise" in a generic sense.

2

_Insight_ When the Dali Lama was asked, "Why are you so happy?" He answered, "Because it feels better."

3

If he had made a similar statement as the Dali Lama, that would be a huge step forward, but it doesn't mean I'm going to spend a long time contemplating the "mystery" of the Trinity, even if science can't definitively debunk God.

Proper noun examples

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Also, I would say that the Dalai Lama's teachings aren't meant to be intellectually rich.

2

Why should I care about the Dalai Lama's daily routine?

3

I have not read the Dali Lama's writings.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use lama in a sentence?

The other is that many Chinese nationalists see positive comments about the Dalai Lama as a cover for anit-China sentiment.

What does lama mean?

A master of Tibetan Buddhism.

What part of speech is lama?

lama is commonly used as noun.