= ಉಪಾಸನೆ.

the fact or an instance of sitting very close (to anಒther); a staying very near or in the same house (of a teacher).

service, attendance rendered to another (as to a teacher, elderly person or a god).

religious service offered to a deity; worship.

a seat (esp. of a religious teacher.

practice of archery.

the act or an instance of fasting; abstinence from food; fast.