Rama

/ˈrɑmə/
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Other forms: Ramas

Definitions of Rama
  1. noun
    avatar of Vishnu whose name is synonymous with God; any of three incarnations: Ramachandra or Parashurama or Balarama
    “in Hindu folklore Rama is the epitome of chivalry and courage and obedience to sacred law”
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    Ramachandra
    a hero in Hindu mythology; an incarnation of Vishnu
    Balarama
    elder brother of Krishna; an incarnation of Vishnu
    Parashurama
    an incarnation of Vishnu who rid the earth of Kshatriyas
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    avatar
    the manifestation of a Hindu deity (especially Vishnu) in human or superhuman or animal form
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