Hindu deity known as the "Destroyer" Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. (Judaism) a period of seven days of mourning after the death of close relative
2. the auspicious one; a major divinity in the later Hindu pantheon

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DESTROYER (noun)
1. a person who destroys or ruins or lays waste to
2. a small fast lightly armored but heavily armed warship
HINDU (noun)
1. a native or inhabitant of Hindustan or India
2. a person who adheres to Hinduism
HINDU (adjective)
1. of or relating to or supporting Hinduism

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