varahan

/vɑrɑːɦɑn/

Definitions

1. noun

A male of the gaur or Indian bison, specifically a large and powerful male gaur with a large horned head and a shaggy coat.

“The villagers offered prayers to the sacred varahan, a symbol of fertility and prosperity.”

Synonyms

  • Indian bison
  • bison
  • gaur

Antonyms

  • domesticated animal