twice–born

adjective \-ˈbȯrn\

Definition of TWICE-BORN

: born a second time

: having undergone a definite experience of fundamental moral and spiritual renewal

: of or forming one of the three upper Hindu caste groups in which boys undergo an initiation symbolizing spiritual birth

13th century

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