rakshasa
English
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Etymology
From Sanskrit राक्षस (rākṣasa)
Noun
rakshasa (plural rakshasas)
- (Indian mythology) A member of a race of mythical fanged demons that eat human flesh and blood, somewhat like vampires.
Translations
(Indian religions) a type of demon
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