Brahmana
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Brahmana is a noun meaning The brahmin varna in Hinduism. (Plural: brahmana.).
Meaning
The brahmin varna in Hinduism. (Plural: brahmana.).
More Meanings
- A brahmin; a member of the brahmana (sense 1).
- A prose text that explains aspects of the Vedas.
Example Sentences
"'It was I who struck this wily brāhmaṇa' said Virāṭa." (Mahābhārata: "Virāṭa Parva")
Word Forms
- brahmanas
Synonyms for brahmana
Depending on context, synonyms include brahman, brahmin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include veda, mantra, brahman, varna, purusha, brahmarakshasa.
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