What is the meaning of the word "zen"?

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  1. Outside of Buddhism, term often used to describe a state of calm, focus, or simplicity. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • She embraced a Zen approach to life, focusing on simplicity and mindfulness in everything she did. copy to clipboard
  2. Refers to a school of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes meditation, mindfulness, and the direct experience of enlightment. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Practicing Zen meditation helped him find clarity and peace in a stressful world. copy to clipboard

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