Ajatashatru
|A-ja-ta-sha-tru|
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/əˌdʒɑːtəˈʃɑːtruː/
invincible ruler
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Ajatashatru' originates from Sanskrit, specifically the words 'ajāta' meaning 'unborn' and 'śatru' meaning 'enemy'.
Historical Evolution
'Ajatashatru' has remained largely unchanged from its original Sanskrit form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one whose enemies are unborn', reflecting a sense of invincibility.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
ajatashatru was a king of the Haryanka dynasty of Magadha in ancient India, known for his conflicts with the Licchavis and his expansion of the Magadha kingdom.
Ajatashatru was a significant figure in the history of ancient India.
Last updated: 2025/06/25 18:16