sadhu
an ascetic holy man, especially a monk.
Origin of sadhu
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How to use sadhu in a sentence
He was a member of the sadhu sect, a "candidate for Saintship," to use the expression of one of our party.
From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan | Helena Pretrovna BlavatskyOur cries of distress were answered by the sudden appearance of the mysterious sadhu with his cow.
From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan | Helena Pretrovna BlavatskyWe remembered that it was reported this proud friend of ours also belonged to the sadhu sect.
From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan | Helena Pretrovna BlavatskyWhen her parents informed my mistress of their resolution, she replied, "sadhu-it is well!"
Vikram and the Vampire | Richard F. BurtonI noticed a sadhu of noble countenance standing just outside the compound of the pundit's house.
Autobiography of a YOGI | Paramhansa Yogananda
British Dictionary definitions for sadhu
saddhu
/ (ˈsɑːduː) /
a Hindu wandering holy man
Origin of sadhu
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