nehru

Thân thiện

A portrait of Nehru hangs on the classroom wall.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A historical figure: Jawaharlal Nehru was an Indian statesman and a central leader in India's independence movement. He served as the first Prime Minister of independent India from 1947 until his death in 1964.

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Nehru is used to refer to the person, his policies, or his era in Indian history.
  • It is typically used with a definite article when referring to his legacy or specific attributes (e.g., "the Nehru era").

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Nehru worked closely with Mahatma Gandhi for India's independence.
  • The foreign policy of Nehru emphasized non-alignment during the Cold War.
  • Many institutions in India are named after Nehru.

Advanced Usage

• "Nehruvian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the ideas, policies, or era of Jawaharlal Nehru.
  • The country's early industrial policy was shaped by Nehruvian socialism.

Variants and Related Words

• Nehru jacket (noun): A style of hip-length jacket for men, with a stand-up collar and a buttoned front, popularized by Jawaharlal Nehru.
  • He wore a Nehru jacket to the formal event.

Synonyms

• Statesman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader.
• First Prime Minister of India: A descriptive term for his official role.

Notes on Meaning

• The word specifically refers to Jawaharlal Nehru. It is not used as a common noun and does not have multiple general meanings. Its usage is almost exclusively in historical and political contexts related to modern India.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Indian statesman and leader with Gandhi in the struggle for home rule; was the first prime minister of the Republic of India from 1947 to 1964 (1889-1964)

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• Nehru
• Jawaharlal Nehru