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Bhairava

Noun

Sense 1:

In Hinduism, Bhairava is a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva, often depicted as a deity with a terrifying appearance.

Example Sentence:

People often worship Bhairava to seek protection from evil forces.

Sense 2:

Bhairava is also a name given to a genre of Indian classical music that originated in the Carnatic and Hindustani traditions.

Example Sentence:

The musician skillfully performed a challenging Bhairava composition, impressing the audience.

Adjective

Sense 1:

Describing something that is associated with or resembling Bhairava or his fierce attributes.

Example Sentence:

The imposing sculpture displayed at the temple showcased a bhairava figure.

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