dharma UK /ˈdɑː.mə/US /ˈdɑɹ.mə/ noun5 •The natural order of the universe; natural law, cosmic order. •One's obligation in respect to one's position in society, or the universe; one's duty, societally or cosmically. •The teachings of the Buddha as one's personal path to enlightenment. •The teachings of the Buddha as a practice to be promulgated and taught. •Rule of conduct.Jain ethical code prescribes two dharmas or rules of conduct. — 2016 formsdharmas