vayu

vɑːjuː

Definitions

1. noun

air or wind in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, also the god of the wind

“In Hindu mythology, Vayu is the god of the wind and breath.”

2. noun

air or atmosphere

“The vayu in the mountainous region is crisp and clean.”

3. proper noun

a term in yoga referring to the breath or air

“Pranayama is the control of vayu in yoga.”

Synonyms

  • air
  • atmosphere
  • breath
  • zephyr

Antonyms

  • stillness
  • vacuum