WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

baboo

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun baboo has 1 sense
  1. babu, baboo - used as a Hindi courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr'
    --1 is a kind of man, adult male

Definitions from the Web

Baboo

Noun

1. (historical) A term used to refer to a European who has adopted the customs, dress, and habits of India.

2. (dated, offensive) A term used to refer to an Indian gentleman or a Hindu gentleman who has adopted Western manners.

3. (figuratively) A person who pretentiously imitates the customs and manners of a higher social class.

Example Sentences:

1. The British baboos were often employed in administrative positions during the British Raj in India.

2. He was known for being a baboo, always dressing in his tailored suits and speaking with an affected upper-class accent.

3. The baboo tried to impress her colleagues by constantly name-dropping and bragging about her expensive vacations.

Related Products:

Books about the British Raj in India
babiroussa babirusa babirussa babism babka bable bablonian temple babob baboo baboon baboonish baboons babosa babouk baboy baboy ramo babtism

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus