1. a Muslim holy man or hermit, especially in North Africa
2. the tomb or shrine of a Muslim holy man
3. a large African stork with a massive bill
Usage: zoology

Examples

• The village sought guidance from the local marabout.
• Pilgrims traveled to visit the marabout’s shrine.
• The marabout was revered for his wisdom and piety.
• They built a small marabout to honor the saint.
• The marabout stork stood motionless by the water’s edge.
• Local fishermen considered the marabout a sacred site.