HINDU


Meaning of HINDU in English

I. noun

also hin·doo ˈhin(ˌ)dü

( -s )

Etymology: Persian Hindū, from Hind India, from Old Persian Hindu — more at india

1. usually capitalized : an adherent of Hinduism

2. capitalized : a native or inhabitant of India

II. adjective

also hindoo “

Usage: usually capitalized

1. : of, relating to, or characteristic of the Hindus

a Hindu poet

2. : of, relating to, or characteristic of Hinduism

Hindu gods

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