Poustinik
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Poustinik is a noun meaning A person dwelling in a poustinia.
Meaning
A person dwelling in a poustinia.
Example Sentences
It is difficult to simply relate this man, and other poustiniki that I came to know through my lifetime, with what is called a "hermit." There was some kind of difference. The poustinik seemed to be more available. There was a gracious hospitality about him, as if he were never disturbed by anyone who came to visit him.
Word Forms
- poustiniks
- poustiniki
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include poulp, poutinery, poussetting, ploussard, pompion, poitrinaire.
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