non-Hindu
|non-Hin-du|
B2
🇺🇸
/nɑn ˈhɪndu/
🇬🇧
/nɒn ˈhɪnduː/
not Hindu
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-Hindu' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'Hindu', referring to the followers of Hinduism.
Historical Evolution
'non-Hindu' was formed by combining the prefix 'non-' with 'Hindu' to describe someone or something not related to Hinduism.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not a follower of Hinduism', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not adhering to the Hindu religion or culture.
The non-Hindu community celebrated their own festivals.
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Last updated: 2025/04/05 08:58