brahmachari

[ brah-muh-chahr-ee ]

noun

, Hinduism.

1. a student of the Vedas, especially one committed to brahmacharya.
2. a celibate.

Word History and Origins

Origin of brahmachari¹

From the Sanskrit word brahmacārin

Example Sentences

Plodding along in the darkness the Brahmachari heard suddenly in the pathway some such sound, followed by a long sigh.

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Then the Brahmachari laid his umbrella and drinking-vessel on the ground, and extending his hands began to feel about.

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The Brahmachari said: "Probably she has been long without food; if there is milk in the house, give her a little at a time."

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Then Haro Mani, following the Brahmachari's directions, changed the woman's wet clothes for dry garments, and dried her wet hair.

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The Brahmachari, not understanding her symptoms, next morning called in the village doctor.

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