shaman meaning

UK US /ˈʃeɪmən/ 2 syllables

shaman (noun): in societies practicing shamanism: one acting as a medium between the visible and spirit worlds; practices sorcery for healing or divination.

Definition of shaman

  1. in societies practicing shamanism: one acting as a medium between the visible and spirit worlds; practices sorcery for healing or divination

    Synonyms: priest-doctor

    Type of: priest

    Kinds: medicine man

    Related forms: shamanize

How to pronounce shaman

shaman is pronounced /ˈʃeɪmən/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with shaman

Scrabble score: 11 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SH · words ending in AN · 6-letter words

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