Pali

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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Inherited from Sanskrit अभि- (abhi-)

Prefix

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abhi-

  1. Predominantly verbal prefix:
    1. towards
    2. over

Usage notes

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Before vowels, the prefix takes the form 'abbh-'. Etymologies standardise on the form 'abhi-'.

Derived terms

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Words using this suffix are listed below. Note that normally only the Latin script forms are listed, as etymology sections are normally restricted to the Latin script form, and that derivatives of prefixed words are generally omitted.