noun
- In Ayurveda, one of three fundamental bodily humors or constitutional types (vata, pitta, and kapha) that determine physical and mental characteristics.
Usage: From Sanskrit; used in Ayurvedic medicine and wellness contexts; Often capitalized when referring to the specific system
Examples
- According to Ayurveda, your dosha influences your metabolism and temperament.
- She consulted an Ayurvedic practitioner to determine her dosha.
- The three doshas—vata, pitta, and kapha—are believed to govern all bodily functions.
- Balancing your dosha through diet and lifestyle is central to Ayurvedic medicine.
- Many wellness centers offer dosha assessments to personalize health recommendations.