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Definition of guru

guru

/ˈɡʊ.ruː/
gu · ru
Plural:gurus
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• noun

1

An influential expert, authority, or leading counselor in a particular secular field, such as business, technology, or fashion.

Example

"The company hired a renowned marketing guru to overhaul its brand strategy."

2

A spiritual teacher, guide, or master, especially within Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism, who imparts religious or philosophical knowledge to disciples.

Example

"The young monk traveled to the mountains to study meditation under a respected spiritual guru."

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• Nearby Words

gurgly
gurnard
gurney
guru
gus
gush
gusher

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Hindi and Punjabi 'guru', which derives from the Sanskrit word 'guru' meaning 'weighty, heavy, or venerable' as an adjective, and 'spiritual preceptor' as a noun.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Guru. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/guru
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