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Definition of swami

swami

/ˈswɑːmi/
swa · mi
Plural:swamis
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• noun

1

A Hindu male religious teacher or ascetic monk, often used as a title of respect before a monastic name.

Example

"Thousands of devotees gathered at the ashram to hear the swami speak on ancient Vedic philosophy."

2

American A person regarded as a mystic, sage, or preeminent expert in a particular field, especially one who makes predictions (often used humorously).

Example

"The television sports swami correctly predicted the outcome of every playoff game this season."

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swallowable
swallower
swallowtail
swami
swamp
swamp eel
swamp lily

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed via Hindi from Sanskrit svāmin, meaning 'master', 'lord', or 'owner of oneself', derived from sva ('one's own').

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