daeva

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A supernatural entity of disagreeable nature, usually considered as a demon.

Pronunciation

/ˈdiːvə/

Word forms

daeva daevas daiva dev deev

Etymology

Transliteration of Avestan 𐬛𐬀𐬉𐬎𐬎𐬀 (daēuua). Doublet of deva.

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