anga

[ uhng-guh ]

noun

1. any of the eight practices of Yoga, including the abstentions, mandatory actions, posture, breath control, control of the senses, concentration, meditation, and contemplation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of anga¹

From the Sanskrit word aṅga (plural)

Example Sentences

Their father was famed Afro-Cuban percussionist Miguel “Angá” Diaz, and their mother is French Venezuelan singer Maya Dagnino.

From Washington Post

Phiri had a nephew named Shabani who went around boasting that he was a real sing’anga who possessed mangolomera.

From Literature

“I’ve gone to see the sing’anga, and whoever ate that gum will soon be sorry.”

From Literature

The sing’anga was the witch doctor.

From Literature

Their father was Afro-Cuban drummer Miguel “Angá” Díaz, known for his influence in Latin jazz and his work in groups such as Irakere and Buena Vista Social Club.

From Washington Post