mahout

[US]/məˈhaʊt/
[UK]/məˈhaʊt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a person who drives or tends an elephant; a person who looks after elephants in India and the East Indies
Word Forms
Pluralmahouts

Phrases & Collocations

mahout training

mahout skills

mahout experience

mahout duties

mahout profession

mahout culture

mahout techniques

mahout relationship

mahout responsibilities

mahout community

Example Sentences

the mahout skillfully guided the elephant through the dense jungle.

every mahout has a unique bond with their elephant.

the mahout fed the elephant bananas as a treat.

training a young elephant requires patience from the mahout.

the mahout sang a soothing song to calm the elephant.

during the festival, the mahout showcased his elephant's tricks.

many mahouts come from families with a long tradition of elephant care.

the mahout's knowledge of elephant behavior is crucial for their safety.

the mahout used a gentle touch to guide the elephant's movements.

after years of training, the mahout and elephant became inseparable.

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