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Devi

Pronunciation: /ˈdeɪvi/
Hinduism
Definition of Devi
  • the supreme goddess, often identified with Parvati and Sakti.
  • (devi) Indian (in general use) a goddess.
  • Indian used after the first name of a Hindu woman as a form of respect:Deval Devi

Origin:

from Sanskrit

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