Ushnisha
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ushnisha is a noun meaning A sign depicted over the head of the Buddha in artistic representations, resembling a topknot or a cranial protuberance.
Meaning
A sign depicted over the head of the Buddha in artistic representations, resembling a topknot or a cranial protuberance.
Word Forms
- ushnishas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include urna, adhisthana, buddha, skull, death's-head, avatar.
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