SUTRA

sutra

(noun) a rule or aphorism in Sanskrit literature or a group of aphoristic doctrinal summaries prepared for memorization

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

sutra (plural sutras)

A rule or thesis in Sanskrit grammar or Hindu law or philosophy.

(Buddhism, Hinduism) A scriptural narrative, especially a discourse of the Buddha.

Anagrams

• Astur, Surat, UARTs, ratus, surat

Source: Wiktionary

Su"tra, n.; pl. Sutras. Etym: [Skr. s a thread, a string of rules; an aphorism; fr. siv to sew.]

1. (a) A precept; an aphorism; a brief rule. (b) A collection of such aphorisms.

2. pl.

Definition: A body of Hindoo literature containing aphorisms on grammar, meter, law, and philosophy, and forming a connecting link between the Vedic and later Sanscrit literature. Balfour (Cyc. of India).

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition