1. A small, usually spherical or rounded vessel used in South Asia for holding and pouring water, especially for bathing or ritual purposes.
Usage: Also spelled lota or lotah; common in Indian and South Asian households; Often made of brass, copper, or plastic

Examples

• She filled the lotah with warm water from the tap.
• The brass lotah sat on the shelf in the bathroom.
• He used a lotah to rinse himself after bathing.
• The traditional lotah is an essential item in many Indian homes.
• A copper lotah was passed down through generations in the family.