Shudra

[ shoo-druh ]

noun
  1. a Hindu of the lowest caste, that of the workers.

Origin of Shudra

1
From the Sanskrit word śūdra

Words Nearby Shudra

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How to use Shudra in a sentence

  • The name Shudra symbolises a man who has no margin round him beyond his bare utility.

    Creative Unity | Rabindranath Tagore
  • That you have graciously touched this untouchable Shudra is the proof of your mercy and that of Srvabhauma.

    Chaitanya's Life And Teachings | Krishna das Kaviraja
  • Where there was no Brahman inhabitant, all the Shudra merchants invited Bhattchrya.

    Chaitanya's Life And Teachings | Krishna das Kaviraja
  • The predominance of the pursuit of success gives to society the character of what we call Shudra in India.

    Creative Unity | Rabindranath Tagore