brahmin
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for brahmin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A member of the priestly, scholarly caste in traditional Hindu society, the highest of the four main social classes.
Synonyms
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How to use brahmin
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Sanskrit brāhmaṇa, borrowed into English through French and Portuguese.
Full origin of brahmin →Frequently asked questions
What does “brahmin” mean?
The word “brahmin” means a member of the priestly, scholarly caste in traditional Hindu society, the highest of the four main social classes. In plain terms, originally the priestly caste in Hindu society; by extension, any highly educated, old-money social elite.
How do you pronounce “brahmin”?
“Brahmin” is pronounced BRAH-mihn (/ˈbɹɑːmɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “brahmin” in a sentence?
Here is “brahmin” used in a sentence: “The temple rituals were led by a brahmin priest.”
What part of speech is “brahmin”?
“Brahmin” is a noun.
Where does the word “brahmin” come from?
The word “brahmin” comes from French. From Sanskrit brāhmaṇa, borrowed into English through French and Portuguese.
How many meanings does “brahmin” have?
“Brahmin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of the priestly, scholarly caste in traditional Hindu society, the highest of the four main social classes.