sikh
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Definition
Noun:
- An adherent of Sikhism: A person who follows the monotheistic religion founded in the Punjab region of South Asia in the 15th century by Guru Nanak.
Adjective:
- Of or relating to the Sikhs or their religious beliefs and customs: Pertaining to the followers of Sikhism, their faith, practices, or culture.
Usage Examples
Noun:
- A Sikh wears the Five Ks as articles of faith.
- The Sikh offered prayers at the gurdwara.
Adjective:
- She studies Sikh history and traditions.
- The Sikh community organized a langar, a free communal meal.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier in compound nouns (listed here as variants): The term can form part of compound nouns describing concepts central to the faith.
- Sikhism: The religion itself.
- Sikh Gurus: The lineage of ten spiritual teachers in Sikhism.
Variants and Related Words
- Sikhism (n): The religion practiced by Sikhs, emphasizing devotion to one God, truthful living, and equality.
- Sikh Gurdwara (n): A Sikh place of worship and community gathering.
Synonyms
- Follower of Sikhism: (Direct synonym for the noun form).
- Khalsa (n): Specifically refers to the community of initiated Sikhs.
Related Phrases
- The Five Ks: The five articles of faith worn by initiated Sikhs (, , , , ).
- Guru Granth Sahib: The central religious scripture of Sikhism, treated as the eternal Guru.
Adjective
- of or relating to the Sikhs or their religious beliefs and customs
Noun
- an adherent of Sikhism