able to perform a function; that which is able to perform a function; that which has the capacity to perform a function Comment: This is the definition of thing (dngos po). In the Great Exposition School even permanent phenomena have the capacity to perform a function, such as uncompounded space capacity to allow the placement or movement of objects. In the Sūtra School and above, having the capacity to perform a function refers to the function of producing effects, and thus the reference is only to impermanent phenomena.
ability of fulfill a function, power to produce effects, [readiness to do something] [ggd]
that which is able to perform in function, able to create knowledge; to function, able to create knowledge; capable of effect or function