[prəkˈriːti]

Definitions

1. noun

In Hindu philosophy, the material world, nature, or the physical universe, as opposed to purusha.

“The concept of prakriti is deeply ingrained in Hindu thought, where it represents the natural world.”

2. noun

The original or natural state of something.

“The prakriti of the forest was untouched and pristine.”

3. noun

A type of ancient Indian language or script.

“The prakriti languages were the earliest forms of the Indian vernaculars.”