adigranth
|a-di-granth|
C2
/ˈɑːdiːˌɡrɑːnθ/
primary Sikh scripture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adigranth' originates from Punjabi, specifically the words 'adi' meaning 'first' and 'granth' meaning 'book' or 'scripture'.
Historical Evolution
'adigranth' was compiled by Guru Arjan Dev in 1604 and eventually became the modern English term 'Adigranth'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'first scripture', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
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