Meaning of 彼岸 in Japanese

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Definition of 彼岸

  1. (n) equinoctial week (when Buddhist services are held)

    暑さも寒さも彼岸まで。
    No heat or cold lasts beyond the equinox.

  2. Buddhist services during the equinoctial week →Related words: 彼岸会
  3. (Buddh) nirvana →Related words: 此岸

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