Gymnosophist definition
One of an ancient sect of Hindu ascetics who wore little or no clothing and were devoted to mystical contemplation.
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A member of an ancient Hindu sect of ascetics who wore little or no clothing.
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One of a school of ancient Indian ascetic philosophers, reported in antiquity, who wore little clothing; a mystic.
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Noun
Singular:
gymnosophist
Plural:
gymnosophistsOrigin of gymnosophist
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From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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