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Hindoo

/hɪnˈduː/

/hɪnˈdu/

Hindoonoun

Hindoos

/hɪnˈduː/

/hɪnˈdu/

Translations

The Hindoo was known for his deep spiritual practices.

Этот индус был известен своими глубокими духовными практиками.

Definitions

An outdated and sometimes offensive term for a Hindu, a follower of Hinduism.

The book, written in the 19th century, referred to the local people as Hindoos, reflecting the language of the time.

Synonyms

Hindooadjective

more Hindoo

Comp.

most Hindoo

Super.

/ˈhɪn.duː/

Archaic spelling of Hindu used attributively.

Definitions

Outdated spelling of Hindu; of or relating to Hinduism or the Hindus (archaic, sometimes offensive).

The colonial-era guide praised the elaborate Hindoo architecture of the city.

Synonyms