Definify.com

Definition 2024

yantra

yantra

English

Noun

yantra ‎(plural yantras)

  1. A geometrical diagram used as a meditation aid in tantric worship.
  2. (religion) Any object used as a meditation aid in tantric worship.

Etymology

From Sanskrit यन्त्र ‎(yantra, “instrument”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /jəntrə/

Similar Results