noun
garuda
GA-ruu-duh
noun
1
A giant bird-like figure from Hindu and Buddhist mythology, often shown as part man and part eagle.
"The temple ceiling was painted with an image of Garuda carrying the god Vishnu."
"Garuda appears as a national symbol on Indonesia's coat of arms."
How to Use Garuda
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA mythical giant eagle-man from Hindu and Buddhist stories, usually shown serving the god Vishnu.
Word Forms
garudas plural
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Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit garuḍa.