sri

[ sree, shree ]

noun

1. a Hindu title of address prefixed to the name of a deity, holy person, etc.
2. a respectful title of address prefixed to a man's name in India; Mr.

Sri

/ ʃriː /

noun

1. the consort of Vishnu
2. a title of honour used when addressing a distinguished Hindu
3. a polite form of address equating to Mr.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sri¹

literally: majesty, holiness

Example Sentences

In 2021, it was revealed that 6,500 migrant workers from India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka had died in Qatar since it won its bid to host the World Cup in 2010.

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South Africa can also reach the final and winning both Tests against Sri Lanka and a clean sweep in two Tests against Pakistan in December and January will guarantee their place.

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Sri Lanka sit third in the World Test Championship standings, with South Africa fifth.

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Sri Lanka were bowled out for 42 by South Africa in Durban - the lowest Test total in the history of their men's team.

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Replying to South Africa's first innings 191, Sri Lanka were all out after 13.5 overs on day two of the first Test.

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