pandit

¹

[puhn-dit, pan-dit]

noun

1. a man in India esteemed for his wisdom or learning: often used as a title of respect.

Pandit

²

[puhn-dit]

noun

1. Vijaya Lakshmi 1900–90, Indian stateswoman (sister of Jawaharlal Nehru).

Pandit

¹

/ ˈpʌndɪt /

noun

1. Vijaya Lakshmi (vɪˈjaɪə ˈlɑːkʃmɪ). 1900–90, Indian politician and diplomat; sister of Jawaharlal Nehru

pandit

²

/ ˈpændɪt, ˈpʌndɪt /

noun

1. Hinduism a variant of pundit

Word History and Origins

Origin of pandit¹

1820–30; < Hindi < Sanskrit paṇḍita

Example Sentences

The BBC revealed last week that a key aide to Sir Keir, his principal private secretary Nin Pandit, was moving to a policy role in No 10.

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Principal private secretary Nin Pandit runs the prime minister's team at No 10 and has only been in the role for ten months.

From BBC

Ms Pandit's appointment had been announced by No 10 in the same press release that marked Ms Gray's departure.

From BBC

The BBC understands the prime minister had become concerned Ms Pandit was ineffective in the role, although No 10 contests this and allies of the prime minister said he retained trust and confidence in her.

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It is expected Pandit will move to another role in government.

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