arhant

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Definition of arhant word

noun arhant a Buddhist who has attained Nirvana through rigorous discipline and ascetic practices. Compare Bodhisattva. 1

before 1865

One of the 28% newest English words

1865-70; < Sanskrit: meriting respect, derivative of arhati (he) merits

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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