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vajra

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[vuhj-ruh] / ˈvʌdʒ rə /

noun

Hinduism.
  1. (in Vedic mythology) the thunderbolt of Indra.


Etymology

Origin of vajra

From Sanskrit

Example Sentences

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Vajra is particularly well-known for its long-lived Barolos, but this Langhe Nebbiolo gives a taste of those wines for a reasonable price.

From The Wall Street Journal

Drumboxer Vajra Kingsley, 33, says she was dyslexic as a child and workouts incorporating right-left coordination were difficult for her.

From Los Angeles Times

In addition to his son, Granelli is survived by his second wife, Nina Sebolt, of Halifax; son Vajra Granelli, of Boulder, Colorado; daughter Alexis Granelli, of Rome, Italy; and five grandchildren.

From Seattle Times

Vajra is one of my favorite producers from Italy’s Piedmont.

From Washington Post

Vajra Sastra, a 22-year-old monk, said he hoped more could receive the vaccine sooner so his temple could reopen again for mass prayers.

From Reuters