Marathi · Body & Health
औषध
aushadh
Medicine
Beginnernoun
Definition
Something you take to treat an illness.
Example
जेवणानंतर औषध घ्या.
Take the medicine after meals.
Etymology
The word 'औषध' (aushadh) is derived from the Sanskrit 'औषध' (auṣadha), which means 'herb' or 'medicine'. It reflects the ancient reliance on natural remedies.
How & Where It’s Used
'औषध' is commonly used in both spoken and written Marathi and is seen in both formal and informal settings, particularly in discussions about health.