Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

od

noun
/ɒd/
Definition
A hypothetical force once believed to be a universal life energy or a vital force.
Examples
  • The concept of od was popular in the 19th century, where it was linked to various natural phenomena.
  • Some practitioners of alternative medicine still refer to od in their theories about healing energy.
Meaning
‘Od’ refers to a supposed force that was thought to influence life and health, similar to concepts like chi or prana in other cultures.
Synonyms
  • life force
  • energy
  • vitality