Sutra Definition

so͝otrə
sutras
noun
Any of various aphoristic doctrinal summaries produced for memorization generally between 500 and 200 bc and later incorporated into Hindu literature.
American Heritage
A precept or maxim.
Webster's New World
A collection of these.
Webster's New World
A scriptural narrative; esp., an account of a dialogue or sermon of the Buddha.
Webster's New World
A rule or thesis in Sanskrit grammar or Hindu law or philosophy.
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sutra
Plural:
sutras

Origin of Sutra

  • Sanskrit sūtram thread, sutra syū- in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Sanskrit सूत्र (sū́tra, “thread, yarn, string; rule").

    From Wiktionary

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