Brahmastra
ब्रह्मास्त्र
BRAH-mas-tra
Brahmastra (ब्रह्मास्त्र) is a Sanskrit-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a mythical weapon in Hindu mythology, said to be very powerful. In crosswords it is the 10-letter answer BRAHMASTRA (10).
Meaning & usage
In Hindu mythology, a Brahmastra is a supernatural weapon created by Lord Brahma. It is considered one of the most powerful weapons, capable of destroying entire armies and causing immense destruction. The Brahmastra is often mentioned in ancient texts like the Mahabharata and the Ramayana.
In a sentence
The hero in the epic was granted the Brahmastra to defeat his formidable enemies.
Brahmastra as a crossword answer
Brahmastra is a 10-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A mythical weapon in Hindu mythology, said to be very powerful” (10)
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