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caste
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- pronunciation:
- kaest
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
one of the four hereditary classes into which Hindu society is divided.
She is a member of the Brahman caste.- synonyms:
- class, rank
- similar words:
- Brahman, untouchable, Vaisya
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definition 2: |
any social grouping in a society that is based on heredity, wealth, or the like.
- synonyms:
- class, rank, station
- similar words:
- affiliation, position, status
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definition 3: |
the status conferred by the class to which one belongs.
He lost caste by marrying a poor seamstress.- synonyms:
- status
- similar words:
- rank, standing, station
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related words: |
class, degree, level |
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part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
of, pertaining to, or designating social class.
India's caste system is well-known, but other countries have caste systems as well. |
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