sanskrit

/ˈsænskrɪt/
adjective
  1. Relating to the Sanskrit language or ancient Indian culture.
    • The museum has a collection of Sanskrit manuscripts.
    • He is taking a course on Sanskrit grammar.
    • The Sanskrit alphabet is called Devanagari.
noun
  1. An ancient language of India, used in Hindu religious texts and classical literature.
    • The word 'yoga' comes from the Sanskrit word 'yuj', meaning to unite.
    • Many Hindu scriptures, like the Vedas, were written in Sanskrit.
    • She studied Sanskrit to read ancient Indian poetry in its original form.
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