brahmadanda

Meaning

Noun

Literally, the rod of Brahma; also used of bamboo rods carried by Indian ascetics.
A form of punishment, apparently social excommunication.
The spine.

Origin

From Sanskrit ब्रह्मन् ("Brahma") + दण्ड.

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