dharma

noun dhar·ma \ˈdər-mə, ˈdär-\

Definition of DHARMA

Hinduism : an individual's duty fulfilled by observance of custom or law

Hinduism & Buddhism

a : the basic principles of cosmic or individual existence : divine law

b : conformity to one's duty and nature

— dhar·mic \-mik\ adjective

Sanskrit; akin to Latin firmus firm

First Known Use: 1796

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