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.

From Los Angeles Times

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