Meaning of the word brahman in English

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brahman

US /ˈbrɑː.mən/
UK /ˈbrɑː.mən/
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Noun

1.

a member of the highest Hindu caste, that of the priesthood.

Example:
He was born into a Brahman family.
The ancient texts were often written by Brahmans.
2.

(in Hinduism) the ultimate reality underlying all phenomena.

Example:
The concept of Brahman is central to Hindu philosophy.
Meditating on the nature of Brahman is a spiritual practice.