aṇuha

 In Sanskrit, "aṇuha" can refer to both a historical proper name and an adjective meaning 'thoughtless' or 'careless', depending on context.

As a Proper Name

The term Aṇuha (अणुह) appears in several ancient Indian texts as

a personal name of a king or prince. Notably:

• Son of Vibhrāja, mentioned in the Mahābhārata 
• (Ādi Parva, Chapter 1, Verse 232) and in the Viṣṇupurāṇa

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• He is described as husband of Kīrtī (also Kṛtvī or Kīrtimatī) 
• and father of Brahmadatta, a connection appearing across 
• different manuscripts 

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The use of "Aṇuha" as a proper noun reflects the ancient tradition

of naming royalty and important figures in Sanskrit literature, 

particularly in epics and Puranic genealogies 

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As an Adjective or Verb Root

The word also has usage in classical Sanskrit as Anūha (अनूह):

• Meaning: thoughtless, careless, unconcerned

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• Example usage: In the Bhāgavata Purana (3.5.48), the term is used
• in the context of individuals acting without attention or mindfulness.
• Compound form: Anuhā (अनुहा), formed from anu
• (“after” or “following”) + hā (“to go”), can mean to run after, 
• follow, or overtake in Vedic contexts 

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Summary of Senses

• Proper noun: Name of a historic figure or king in ancient India.
• Adjective: Thoughtless, careless, negligent.
• Vedic verb form: To pursue or follow something, as in ritual or poetic texts.

In short, the meaning of "aṇuha" depends on context, encompassing

both a specific historical/literary reference and descriptive

qualities in Sanskrit vocabulary 

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