madiga

/mɑˈdiɡə/

Definitions

1. noun

a member of the Madiga, a Scheduled Caste and a major ethnic group in southern India

“The Madiga community is one of the largest and most influential groups in the region.”

2. noun

the Madiga language, a Dravidian language spoken by the Madiga people

“The Madiga language is an important part of the cultural heritage of the Madiga community.”

3. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Madiga people or language

“Madiga culture is a significant aspect of Indian folklore.”

Synonyms

  • dravidian
  • scheduled caste

Antonyms

  • non-dravidian
  • upper caste