used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
acquireverbUS /əˈkwaɪər/
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
ACQUISITIONnounUS /ˌækwəˈzɪʃən/
the act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something
From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
how long something has existed
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
ARTHA
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From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
the time of person's life when they are a child
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
clashnounUS /klæʃ/
A violent confrontation or disagreement between opposing forces or factions.
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
DHARMAnounUS /ˈdɑːrmə/
basic principles of the cosmos; also: an ancient sage in Hindu mythology worshipped as a god by some lower castes
From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
enjoinedverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪnd/
past form of “enjoin” — issue an injunction
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
finishesnounUS /ˈfɪnɪʃɪz/
plural of “finish” — a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
obtain
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
harmonizeverbUS /ˈhɑːrmənaɪz/
go together
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
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From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
KAMAnounUS /ˈkɑːmə/
Hindu god of love and erotic desire; opposite of Mara
From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
take somebody somewhere
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
an area that is approximately central within some larger region
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
Moksha
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From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
notedadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəd/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
performverbUS /pərˈfɔːrm/
carry out or perform an action
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
an amount of time
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
practiseverbUS /ˈpræktɪs/
engage in a rehearsal
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
practisedadjectiveUS /ˈpræktɪst/
skillful after much practice
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
releaseverbUS /riˈliːs/
release, as from one's grip
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
try to get or reach
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
studentnounUS /ˈstuːdənt/
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ON THE ACQUISITION OF DHARMA, ARTHA AND KAMA.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
a special situation
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
transmigrationnoun
the passing of a soul into another body after death
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
uncertaintynounUS /ənˈsɜːrtənti/
being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading But one thing is to be noted, he should lead the life of a religious student until he finishes his education.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
at the time that
From this reading Or, on account of the uncertainty of life, he may practise them at times when they are enjoined to be practised.
belonging to which person
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
a late time of life
From this reading Man, the period of whose life is one hundred years, should practise Dharma, Artha, and Kama at different times and in such a manner that they may harmonize together and not clash in any way.
a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading He should acquire learning in his childhood, in his youth and middle age he should attend to Artha and Kama, and in his old age he should perform Dharma, and thus seek to gain Moksha, _i.e._, release from further transmigration.
