mantra
or man·tram
Hinduism. a word or formula, as from the Veda, chanted or sung as an incantation or prayer.
an often repeated word, formula, or phrase, often a truism: If I hear the “less is more” mantra one more time, I'll scream.
Origin of mantra
1Other words from mantra
- mantric, adjective
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How to use mantra in a sentence
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The GOP should embrace the work ethic as its mantra, and this time act like they mean it.
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The Krishna Movement stresses continual silent chanting of the Hare Krishna mantra in order to keep the mind focused on God.
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And o'er sacred rights of homa Brahmans chant their mantra high, There is heard the jackal's wailing and the raven's ominous cry!
Maha-bharata | AnonymousFaced the sun with hands conjoinéd and the sacred mantra told,— Hymns by ancient rishis chanted, sanctified by bards of old!
Maha-bharata | AnonymousIf a novice, the girl has the radical mantra whispered thrice in her ear.
Ancient Pagan and Modern Christian Symbolism | Thomas InmanThe mantra or sacred sentence best known in the Buddhadom and abroad.
The Religions of Japan | William Elliot GriffisHe had also learnt the mantra (the mystic charm) by heart; but the doctor had sworn him to secrecy and he told it to nobody.
Indian Ghost Stories | S. Mukerji
British Dictionary definitions for mantra
/ (ˈmæntrə, ˈmʌn-) /
Hinduism any of those parts of the Vedic literature which consist of the metrical psalms of praise
Hinduism Buddhism any sacred word or syllable used as an object of concentration and embodying some aspect of spiritual power
Origin of mantra
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