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Vaishya

/ˈvaɪʃjə/noun

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noun
  1. 1

    [C]

    a member of the third of the four varnas (social classes) in traditional Hindu society, traditionally associated with trade, farming and keeping cattle

    वैश्य

    • In the ancient texts, Vaishyas were linked with trade and agriculture.
    • The Vaishya community played a big part in the growth of trade in the region.
adjective
  1. 1

    [only before noun]

    connected with the Vaishya varna

    वैश्य (वर्ण) से संबंधित

    • Vaishya merchant families of the old city