Meaning
A god in Vedic mythology, Hinduism and Buddhism.
Etymology
Origin: Sanskrit
Transliteration of Sanskrit देव (deva, “deity, god”). Doublet of daeva.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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