Definition of Fakir

a Muslim or Hindi holy man with magical powers who makes a living by begging

Examples of Fakir in a sentence

An Indian fakir roamed the city begging for alms from those who help the poor.  

Performing holy wonders throughout Mumbai, the fakir traveled far and wide.  

The Muslim fakir charmed snakes and shook his cup for coins at the people passing by.  

Many people think that the fakir is just a beggar, not realizing he is a holy man on a mission.  

Begging for a living, the fakir’s only job was to demonstrate his mystic powers to people on the street.  

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