[ noun ] (Hinduism) an ancient language of India (the language of the Vedas and of Hinduism); an official language of India although it is now used only for religious purposes <noun.communication>
Sanskrit \San"skrit\, n. [Skr. Samsk[.r]ta the Sanskrit language, literally, the perfect, polished, or classical language, fr. samsk[.r]ta prepared, wrought, made, excellent, perfect; sam together (akin to E. same) + k[.r]ta made. See {Same}, {Create}.] [Written also {Sanscrit}.] The ancient language of the Hindoos, long since obsolete in vernacular use, but preserved to the present day as the literary and sacred dialect of India. It is nearly allied to the Persian, and to the principal languages of Europe, classical and modern, and by its more perfect preservation of the roots and forms of the primitive language from which they are all descended, is a most important assistance in determining their history and relations. Cf. {Prakrit}, and {Veda}.
Sanskrit \San"skrit\, a. Of or pertaining to Sanskrit; written in Sanskrit; as, a Sanskrit dictionary or inscription.
Around Gilgit, they use Shina, which has a passing connection to Sanskrit.
Their language, now written down, has many dialects but is based on Sanskrit. 'It's not the nicest thing in the world to be a gypsy,' Mercer said.
Laid out in concentric circles, the painting includes Sanskrit characters, flowers, animals and 722 symbols for Buddhist deities in a many-chambered palace.
Like many Rainbows, T-Om got his name at a past gathering, borrowing from a Sanskrit word for "ultimate harmony."
Kundalini _ Sanskrit for "coiled up" _ refers to a subtle form of bioenergy said to lie dormant at the base of the spine.
It was quite an achievement for a young man who just four years ago was studying Sanskrit in graduate school.
The militants have also banned the singing of India's national anthem, which is in the ancient Sanskrit language, at morning assemblies in schools.