mahout

noun

ma·​hout mə-ˈhau̇t How to pronounce mahout (audio)
: a keeper and driver of an elephant

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According to the Nation, a Thai mahout, or elephant trainer, is facing charges in connection to the woman’s death. — Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025 From the balcony of our 1,000-square-foot family suite, which features wood floors, soaking tubs, and Thai textiles, my kids spot a trio of elephants out for walks with their mahouts near the water. — Tanvi Chheda, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu mahāwat, mahāut

First Known Use

1662, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mahout was in 1662

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“Mahout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mahout. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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