om

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\ ˈōm

Definition of om

(Entry 1 of 2)

: a mantra consisting of the sound \ˈōm\ and used in contemplation of ultimate reality

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Definition of OM (Entry 2 of 2)

order of merit

Examples of om in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun These days Baby Archie could get his om on at an even earlier age, thanks to the proliferation of baby-and-me studios like Love Child in New York. — Alison S. Cohn, Harper's BAZAAR, "Treat Your Baby—and Yourself—Like Royalty With These Luxe Essentials," 20 May 2019 Nothing like a few sun salutations and oms to start the day. — David Gelles, New York Times, "My Life in WeWorld," 17 Feb. 2018 Get your om on in the Yoga Room, which offers free loaner mats and cleansing wipes, also in 3 (access is free). — Elaine Glusac, New York Times, "An Airport Survival Guide," 1 Sep. 2016

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