Nirukta (Sanskrit: निरुक्त, IPA: [n̪irukt̪ə]) means "explained, interpreted" and refers to one of the six ancient Vedangas, or ancillary science connected with the Vedas – the scriptures of Hinduism.[1][2][3] Nirukta covers etymology, and is the study concerned with correct interpretation of Sanskrit words in the Vedas
Nirukta (Yāska) Vedic language--Synonyms and antonyms Vedic language--Suffixes and prefixes