Hindu god of destruction Crossword Clue

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Hindu god of destruction Crossword Answer

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SHIVA

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(noun)
1. the auspicious one; a major divinity in the later Hindu pantheon

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DESTRUCTION (noun)
1. an event (or the result of an event) that completely destroys something
2. the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists
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

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

SHIVA
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Hint 4: Anagram

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VISA

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