Hinduism - Who Is Considered A Mleccha In A Hindu Society? What Does Mleccha Mean?

 


Mleccha is a Sanskrit term that has historically been used to refer to a non-Aryan or a foreigner.

A individual who has become an outcast and consequently has no place in established society is referred to as a mleccha.

The term mleccha comes from a verb that meaning "to talk in a muddled or unclear manner," signifying someone who has not yet grasped the language.


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