pandit — meaning in English

English meaning

• panda noun A large black-and-white bear native to China that feeds almost entirely on bamboo.
• pundit noun A person regarded as an expert who offers opinions or commentary, especially in the media.

Senses

pandit is used for these senses in English:

• panda (Hinduism) A brahmin who acts as the hereditary superintendent of a particular ghat or temple, and is regarded as knowledgeable in matters of genealogy and ritual. [from 19th c.]
• pundit A learned person in India; someone with knowledge of Sanskrit, philosophy, religion and law; a Hindu scholar. [from 17th c.]

pundit — full definition

1. noun A person regarded as an expert who offers opinions or commentary, especially in the media.
2. noun A learned Hindu scholar, especially one versed in Sanskrit, religion, or law.

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