Word Type

Noun

The word "koan" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

koanic koanlike

Context

buddhism zen

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

problem

Type Of (IsA)

problem

Related Terms

enlightenment fable inadequacy logical mechanisms meditate provoke reasoning reflection riddle satori solution unlock zen

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