Nara

//ˈnɑːɹə// name, noun

Definitions

Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A prefecture of Japan.
  2. 2
    Initialism of National Archives and Records Administration. US, abbreviation, alt-of, initialism

    "In the past, this has been true for Presidents who notified NARA before leaving office that they intended to build a presidential library – something Trump did not do."

  3. 3
    The capital city of Nara Prefecture, Japan.

    "Despite Nara being home to attractions like Todaiji Temple, one of the world’s largest wooden structures, the majority of tourists come to meet the deer, who are known for bowing politely when given a cracker. Stalls around Nara sell these special rice bran “Shika Senbei” treats, which are safe for the deer to eat."

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of naras. alt-of, alternative
  2. 2
    the independent agency that oversees management of federal government records including presidential libraries and historic collections wordnet

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese 奈良(なら) (Nara).

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