jati

• Nom désignant une caste hindoue ou un groupe social distinct, dont il existe des milliers en Inde ; une caractéristique fréquente est l'occupation exclusive de ses membres masculins, comme barbier ou potier.

A noun referring to a Hindu caste or distinctive social group, of which there are thousands throughout India; a special characteristic is often the exclusive occupation of its male members, such as barber or potter.

1. Hindu social groupC1formal

   A Hindu caste or distinctive social group, of which there are thousands throughout India; a special characteristic is often the exclusive occupation of its male members (such as barber or potter).

   jati (groupe social hindou)

   • The potter's jati has been practicing their craft for generations.
   • Members of the barber jati traditionally perform haircuts and shaves.
   • In many Indian villages, a person's jati determines their social standing and occupation.

   Synonymescastecommunity