Pundit
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A learned man; a teacher; esp., a Brahman versed in theSanskrit language, and in the science, laws, and religion of theHindoos; in Cashmere, any clerk or native official. [Written alsopandit.] [India]
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TV talking heads. Many offering view concerning politics.
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an Indian word for master.Also known as Guru
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A person who claims to be an expert and markets him or herself as such, but has no discernable income or prior background being a practitioner in the subject matter they purport to represent. These individuals are usually offered talking points and a buried stipend (read: paid off) by a special interest group, such as a political party or industry lobby then go on to blog or make media appearances promoting their point of view to the detriment of people who are real-life practitioners and subject matter experts.
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A portmanteau of pun and bandit, signifies someone who tells far too many puns. May optionally imply particular cleverness or skill.
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A pundit is a comedian who sucks at making people laugh.
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An expert in a particular subject or field who is frequently called upon to give their opinions to the public.
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