Mavin: meaning, definitions and examples

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mavin

 

[ หˆmeษช.vษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

expert or connoisseur

A mavin is an expert or a connoisseur, particularly in a specific field. The term implies a high level of knowledge and skill in a particular area, suggesting someone who is not just knowledgeable but also has a discerning taste or judgement.

Synonyms

aficionado, connoisseur, expert, specialist

Examples of usage

  • She is a mavin in the world of fine wines.
  • As a mavin of fashion, he always knows the latest trends.
  • The art collector was regarded as a mavin by his peers.
  • He is a mavin of classical music, able to identify composers from just a few notes.

Translations

Translations of the word "mavin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mavin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคพเคตเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช mavin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mavin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะฒั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mavin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใƒดใ‚ฃใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mavin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mavin

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mavin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ๋นˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงููŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mavin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mavin

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉฌๆ–‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mavin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mavin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะฒะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ•แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mavin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mavin

Etymology

The word 'mavin' has its origins in Yiddish, derived from the Hebrew word 'mevin', which means someone who understands or has expertise in a particular subject. The Yiddish language has heavily influenced American English, especially in multicultural urban areas. The usage of 'mavin' emerged in the 20th century and is often associated with cultural and artistic arenas, where deep understanding and refined taste are pivotal. Over time, it has been embraced in informal contexts to refer to individuals expressing profound knowledge and appreciation in various fields. The adaptation of the term into English reflects the cultural exchanges and the rich tapestry of influences that shape language development.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,589, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.