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Guru Definition & Meaning

guru
noun
  1. a Hindu or Buddhist religious leader and spiritual teacher
  2. each of the first ten leaders of the Sikh religion
  3. a recognized leader in some field or of some movement; "a guru of genomics"

"Guru" in song lyrics

See how guru is used in real songs:

  • "Gangstas, goons, ghouls, and guru"
    Almighty — The Almighty
  • "C'mon let's try this Guru.."
    Beanie Sigel — What Your Life Like 2
  • "Stupid, yeah it's your man Guru"
    Chief Kamachi f/ Guru — The Best

Words that rhyme with guru

Usage tips for "guru"

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Frequently asked questions

What does guru mean?
a Hindu or Buddhist religious leader and spiritual teacher each of the first ten leaders of the Sikh religion a recognized leader in some field or of some movement; "a guru of genomics"
What part of speech is guru?
Guru is a noun.
How many definitions does guru have?
Guru has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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