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/ziːn/ noun · British & US
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What does zen mean?

noun

A state of being calm, peaceful, and mentally clear; a school of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes meditation and non-attachment.

Example

"The garden was a serene example of zen, with carefully placed rocks and a babbling brook."

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