vajra

[vuhj-ruh]

noun

Hinduism.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of vajra¹

From Sanskrit

Example Sentences

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

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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.

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

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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.

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Now that the Sleeper was down, all she needed was to finish him off with Vajra.

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