brahmacārya
məˈtʃɑr noun Hinduism.
the stage of life of the student, entailing study of the Vedas and complete celibacy, usually lasting for twelve years.
Also, brah·ma·cār·ya.
Origin:
< Sanskrit brahmacarya
< Sanskrit brahmacarya
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