chakra

[ chuhk-ruh ]
/ ˈtʃʌk rə /

noun Yoga.

cakra.

Words nearby chakra

chaise, chaise longue, chaitya, chaka, chakalaka, chakra, chakravartin, chal., chalasia, chalaza, chalazion

Definition for chakra (2 of 2)

cakra

or chak·ra

[ chuhk-ruh ]
/ ˈtʃʌk rə /

noun Yoga.

any of the points of spiritual power located along the body, usually given as six in number. The points are personified by gods and can be released through the proper exercises.

Origin of cakra

< Sanskrit: literally, wheel

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British Dictionary definitions for chakra

chakra
/ (ˈtʃækrə, ˈtʃʌkrə) /

noun

(in yoga) any of the seven major energy centres in the body

Word Origin for chakra

C19: from Sanskrit cakra wheel, circle