Subgod

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A lesser or subsidiary god.

    "Hindus often depict subgods such as Vishnu with multiple arms or heads that allow them more opportunity to protect people."

Synonyms

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subdeity

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"Hindus often depict subgods such as Vishnu with multiple arms or heads that allow them more opportunity to protect people."

Etymology

From sub- + god.

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