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单词 Nambudiri
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Definition of Nambudiri in English:

Nambudiri

noun ˌnambəˈdɪəriˌnɑːmbəˈdɪəri
  • A member of the dominant Brahman caste in the Indian state of Kerala.

adjective ˌnambəˈdɪəriˌnɑːmbəˈdɪəri
  • Of or relating to the Nambudiri caste or its members.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Calcutta Review. From Malayalam nampūtiri. Compare nampi priest, -tiri, honorific suffix used in the names of offices and dynasties (perhaps from Sanskrit śrī).

 
 

Definition of Nambudiri in US English:

Nambudiri

noun
  • A member of the dominant Brahman caste in the Indian state of Kerala.

adjective
  • Of or relating to the Nambudiri caste or its members.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Calcutta Review. From Malayalam nampūtiri. Compare nampi priest, -tiri, honorific suffix used in the names of offices and dynasties (perhaps from Sanskrit śrī).

 
 
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