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Dharma

UK/d̪hərm(ɑ)/ US/ˈdɑː.mə/ fairly common

noun

1.

basic principles of the cosmos; also: an ancient sage in Hindu mythology worshipped as a god by some lower castes;

Origin

Learned borrowing from Sanskrit धर्म (dhárma, “that which upholds or supports”). The definitions pertaining to Buddhism are influenced by dhamma, a loan word from Pali. Doublet of dhamma and firm.

Phrases

  • dharma talk
  • Sanatana Dharma ()

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