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For centuries, the word was used in legal and religious texts (like the Manusmriti and Arthashastra ) to define the rights, duties, and nature of womanhood. However, in common Hindi and vernacular usage, Stree became the formal, respectful term for a woman or a wife—distinct from the more casual "aurat."

If you’ve spent any time in a Hindi-speaking household over the last few years, you’ve likely heard the phrase "O Stree, Kal Aana" For centuries, the word was used in legal