mandala
n. countable C1 Advanced US //ˈmɑdəɫə// man·dala
n. a circle or pattern that represents the universe in some religions. People often draw them to help them relax or focus their minds.
n. a symbolic representation of the universe, typically in the form of a geometric pattern or a circular diagram. Often used in meditation or as a spiritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism.
She spent the afternoon coloring a beautiful mandala.
The artist spent weeks creating a complex mandala using traditional pigments and intricate geometric shapes.
In many Eastern traditions, the mandala serves as a visual aid for meditation, helping practitioners achieve a state of inner balance and spiritual clarity through its symmetrical design.
Borrowed from Sanskrit मण्डल (máṇḍala). Doublet of mandal.