kara

ka-ra · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (Sikhism) A steel bracelet worn by baptized Sikhs as one of the Five Ks (panj kakkar), symbolizing restraint, strength, and the infinite nature of God.

  2. 2.

    A feminine given name.

Forms

plural: karas

Related words

See also: bracelet, sikhism

Etymology

From Punjabi kara ("bracelet"), one of the five articles of faith required by the Sikh religion.