aum

noun

Meaning

A sacred syllable and spiritual icon in Indian religions, representing the essence of the universe and the sound of creation.

Examples

Many yoga classes begin and end with the collective chanting of aum.
The symbol for aum is frequently used as a decorative motif in meditation spaces.

Synonyms: om, mantra, syllable, invocation

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aum

noun

Pronunciation: /ɑːm/

Definition

A sacred syllable and spiritual icon in Indian religions, representing the essence of the universe and the sound of creation.

Examples

Many yoga classes begin and end with the collective chanting of aum.
The symbol for aum is frequently used as a decorative motif in meditation spaces.
He felt a sense of deep inner peace after focusing on the vibration of the aum sound.

Synonyms of aum

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