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Hinayanist

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Noun

1. hinayanist

an adherent of Hinayana Buddhism

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Hinayanist

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noun
a. 
any of various early forms of Buddhism
b. 
(as modifier)
Hinayana Buddhism

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Hinayanist

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noun
the oldest major movement or school in Buddhism, found especially in Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia: it emphasizes the attainment of nirvana through meditation and monastic discipline

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Hinayanist

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n.
Offensive Theravada Buddhism.

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