dharma
dhar·ma
noun \ˈdər-mə, ˈdär-\Definition of DHARMA
1
Hinduism : an individual's duty fulfilled by observance of custom or law
2
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
Origin of DHARMA
Sanskrit; akin to Latin firmus firm
First Known Use: 1796
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