noun
- Plural of peepal; large fig trees native to South Asia, sacred in Hinduism and Buddhism, with heart-shaped leaves.
- Plural of peepal; informal term for people (variant spelling of 'peoples').
Usage: Also spelled 'pipals'; Often used in religious and cultural contexts
Usage: slang; nonstandard spelling
Examples
- The ancient peepals in the temple courtyard provided shade for centuries.
- Many peepals grow throughout India and are considered holy trees.
- The monks meditated beneath the peepals every morning.
- These peepals have deep roots in South Asian culture and spirituality.
- The village was home to several massive peepals that served as gathering places.