: of, relating to, or associated with Zen Buddhism
a Zen monk/priest/master
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a
: suggestive of the teachings or practice of Zen Buddhism
Paddling, itself, is a Zen art: Anyone can do it, yet you can spend a lifetime perfecting it. Jim Albrecht
b
: having or showing qualities (such as meditative calmness and an attitude of acceptance) popularly associated with practitioners of Zen Buddhism
"I hate to use this word, but Owen is very 'Zen,'" said Rita Nagel, a vice president at Goldman, Sachs. "When some traders start losing money they get nervous. Owen stays very relaxed."