Definition of 平仮名 (ひらがな)

noun
hiragana, cursive Japanese syllabary used primarily for native Japanese words (esp. function words, inflections, etc.)(usually kana)
See also:片仮名
Other readings:
ひらがな《ひら仮名》
Related Kanji
even, flat, peace
sham, temporary, interim, assumed (name), informal
name, noted, distinguished, reputation