a coming closer or drawing near; an approach.

that by which something is done or obtained or is useful for effecting a desired result suited to the circumstances or the occasion; means; an expedient.

a plan - a) a scheme or programme for making, doing or arranging something; project, design, schedule, etc.; b) a method of proceeding.

an action or device designed to deceive, cheat, outwit, etc.; a trick; a stratagem.

any of the four means for success against an enemy (as conciliation, bribery, sowing dissensions and punishment); ಉಪಾಯಹೊಳೆ upāya hoḷe (an idea, technique, stratagem, trick etc.) to flash in the mind.

that is to be effected with means or trick.

that is to be obtained, got.

that which is to be obtained.