ashram

American  

[ahsh-ruhm] / ˈɑʃ rəm /

noun

1. a secluded building, often the residence of a guru, used for religious retreat or instruction in Hinduism.

2. the persons instructed there.

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ashram British  

/ ˈæʃrəm, ˈɑːʃ- /

noun

1. a religious retreat or community where a Hindu holy man lives

2. a house that provides accommodation for destitute people

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Etymology

Origin of ashram

First recorded in 1915–20, ashram is from the Sanskrit word āśrama

Example Sentences

It's known for its ashrams and meditation and yoga retreats and is considered a holy Hindu site that draws in large numbers of tourists and pilgrims.

From BBC

“Monument Eternal” deftly repurposes archival materials, such as programs from ashram services and vintage concert bills, alongside dreamy images of Turiya that exude divine consciousness, the way a church might display saints or priests.

From Los Angeles Times

When he called again, I said, “Did you hear me about babies? Anyway, I’m heading to an ashram to meditate.”

From Los Angeles Times

The two friends grew up on Coltrane’s ashram — Williams lived there until he was 11 and Vitthal moved there when he was 8.

From Los Angeles Times

An ashram where half of them lived sustained slight damage to one window.

From Los Angeles Times