(in comp.) a person having so much life-span (as in ಧೀರ್ಘಾಯುಷಿ, ಅಲ್ಪಾಯುಷಿ, ಶತಾಯುಷಿ etc.).

the act, state or fact of failing, failure -i.e. a) a not succeeding in doing or becoming; b) a losing of power or strength.

the fact of being defeated; a defeat.

the state of being held in low esteem; bad reputation; disgrace; disrepute.

the duration of time from one's birth to his or her death; life-time; expectancy of life.