soma

/ˈsoʊmə/
noun
  1. The body of an organism, as distinct from the mind or spirit.
    • The soma is the physical vessel that carries us through life.
    • Ancient philosophers often debated the relationship between the soma and the soul.
    • In yoga, we focus on the connection between the soma and the mind.
  2. All of an organism's cells except the reproductive cells.
    • The biologist explained that the soma includes skin, muscle, and nerve cells.
    • Damage to the soma can affect the entire body but not the next generation.
    • Mutations in the soma are not passed to offspring.
  3. A mythical or ritual drink in ancient Indian culture, often associated with the gods.
    • In Hindu mythology, soma was believed to grant immortality.
    • The Rigveda contains many hymns praising the sacred drink soma.
    • Priests prepared soma from a mysterious plant for religious ceremonies.
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