meanings of "mantra"
m.{a-stem}
1.a vedic hymn or sacred prayer (addressed to any deity);
2.the portion of the veda including the samhitaa and distinguished from the braahmaNa;
3.a charm;
4.a formula (of prayer);
5.consultation;
6.secret plan or consultation;
7.policy;
8.a means;
9.name of viSNu;
10.of ziva;
11.(in astrol.) the fifth mansion
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