kris

Meanings

• noun

  A type of traditional Malay and Indonesian dagger with a distinctive curved and waved blade.

  - "The kris was a symbol of power and status in traditional Malay and Indonesian societies."
  - "The kris was used in rituals and ceremonies as well as in combat."
  - "The intricate designs on the hilt and blade of the kris were believed to have magical powers."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with kris
rises , dieses , applies

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Variants

List of all variants of kris that leads to same result
kris , krises

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Etymology

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The origin of the word 'kris' is believed to come from the Old Javanese word 'krissik' or 'krisna' which means 'to pierce' or 'to penetrate'.

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Trivia

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1. The kris is not only a weapon but also a cultural artifact and a symbol of Malay and Indonesian heritage.

2. The intricate designs on the hilt and blade of the kris are believed to have magical powers and are often passed down from generation to generation as family heirlooms.

3. The kris was used not only as a weapon but also as a status symbol and a gift in traditional Malay and Indonesian societies.

4. The kris is often depicted in Malay and Indonesian art, literature, and music.

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Related Concepts

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1. Malay dagger: The kris is a type of Malay dagger, which is characterized by its distinctive curved and waved blade.

2. Southeast Asian weapons: The kris is an example of the diverse range of weapons used in Southeast Asian cultures.

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Culture

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The kris holds significant cultural and historical importance in the Malay and Indonesian societies. It is often used as a symbol of power, status, and protection. In traditional Malay and Indonesian societies, the kris was used in rituals and ceremonies as well as in combat. The intricate designs on the hilt and blade of the kris were believed to have magical powers and were often passed down from generation to generation as family heirlooms.

How to Memorize "kris"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the word 'kris', visualize a traditional Malay or Indonesian dagger with a distinctive curved and waved blade.
   - Visualize the intricate designs on the hilt and blade of the kris.
   - Visualize the kris being used in rituals and ceremonies or in combat.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'kris' with the image of a traditional Malay or Indonesian dagger.
   - Associate the word 'kris' with the intricate designs on the hilt and blade of the dagger.
   - Associate the word 'kris' with the cultural and historical significance of the dagger in Malay and Indonesian societies.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Kris: A Traditional Malay Dagger' to remember the meaning of the word.
   - Create a mental image of a traditional Malay or Indonesian dagger every time you encounter the word 'kris'.

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