South Asian Cultural Terms

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noun A Muslim or Hindu mendicant monk who is regarded as a holy man.

  • The fakir sat quietly in meditation, seeking enlightenment.
  • I heard that the fakir can perform amazing tricks with just a few simple props.
  • That fakir dude is always pulling off some crazy stunts on the street.
  • She felt like a fakir, balancing multiple responsibilities without breaking a sweat.