vedanga

/ˈvɛdæŋɡə/; /ˈveɪdæŋɡə/

Definitions

1. noun

A branch of Vedic learning, consisting of six auxiliary sciences: phonetics, meter, grammar, lexicography, astronomy, and ritual.

“The vedanga is essential for understanding the Vedic scriptures.”

Synonyms

  • Vedic branch
  • auxiliary science

Antonyms

  • opposite knowledge
  • unrelated study