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mavenan expert or connoisseur; someone who is deferentially consulted

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: an expert or connoisseur; someone who is deferentially consulted

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmeɪvən/

Korean meaning: 전문가, 권위자; 특정 분야의 지식이 풍부한 사람

Korean pronunciation: **메이**븐

Example Sentences

  • My grandmother is a cooking maven who can turn leftovers into a five-star meal.
  • The company hired a data maven to analyze customer behavior patterns.
  • He became a coffee maven after visiting 50 different cafes in one month.

maven

NOUN

//ˈmeɪvən//

an expert or connoisseur; someone who is deferentially consulted

maven concept
💡 Concept

a distinguished food maven with graying hair and chef's apron carefully examines a complex sauce, dipping a spoon to taste it. She nods thoughtfully and begins adjusting the seasoning with precise, confident movements. The head chef watches intently as she demonstrates the proper technique, his expression showing deep respect for her expertise. Other kitchen staff pause their work to observe her guidance, recognizing her authority in culinary matters. The maven's calm demeanor and the reverent attention she receives from everyone clearly shows someone who is deferentially consulted as an expert in their field

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈmeɪvən/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈmeɪvən/

🌳Etymology

Rootmaven

Origin

From Yiddish 'mayven', which comes from Hebrew 'mevin' meaning 'one who understands.' The word entered American English in the mid-20th century through Jewish communities.

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🎵Rhyme

ravenhavencraven
raven
haven
craven

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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

My grandmother is a cooking maven who can turn leftovers into a five-star meal.

The company hired a data maven to analyze customer behavior patterns.

😄 Fun example

He became a coffee maven after visiting 50 different cafes in one month.

As a financial maven, she predicted the market crash months before it happened.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

expertconnoisseurauthorityspecialistguru

Antonyms

noviceamateurbeginner

Related

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