Shudra

[ shoo-druh ]

noun

1. a Hindu of the lowest caste, that of the workers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Shudra¹

From the Sanskrit word śūdra

Example Sentences

The name Shudra symbolises a man who has no margin round him beyond his bare utility.

From Project Gutenberg

That you have graciously touched this untouchable Shudra is the proof of your mercy and that of Srvabhauma.

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Where there was no Brahman inhabitant, all the Shudra merchants invited Bhattchrya.

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The predominance of the pursuit of success gives to society the character of what we call Shudra in India.

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