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Noun: jati (jatis)
  1. (Hinduism) 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)

Derived forms: jatis

Type of: caste

Part of: varna

Encyclopedia: Jati, CearĂ¡