krishna
krishna Lexical Profile
• noun
A major deity in Hinduism, widely revered as the eighth avatar of Vishnu and as the supreme deity in various traditions, often depicted playing a flute.
"Millions of devotees gather in Vrindavan each year to celebrate the birth of Krishna."
A follower or member of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.
"The chanting of the Krishnas could be heard throughout the festival grounds as they shared their message."
Word Nuance & Usage
Almost always capitalized as 'Krishna' when referring to the Hindu deity. When referring to followers of the Hare Krishna movement, it may occasionally appear pluralized.
Word Origin & Etymology
From Sanskrit 'Kṛṣṇa' (कृष्ण), literally meaning 'black', 'dark', or 'dark blue', reflecting traditional depictions of the deity's complexion.
Usage Trend
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