Definition of Avater

Definition of Avater

Avatar`, or Descent, the incarnation and incarnated manifestation of a Hindu deity, a theory both characteristic of Vishnuism and marking a new epoch in the religious development of India.

- Wikipedia

Av`a*tar" (&?;), n. [Skr. avatâra descent; ava from + root t&rsdot; to cross, pass over.] 1. (Hindoo Myth.) The descent of a deity to earth, and his incarnation as a man or an animal; -- chiefly associated with the incarnations of Vishnu.

2. Incarnation; manifestation as an object of worship or admiration.

- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

(Hinduism) The earthly incarnation of a deity, especially Vishnu in bodily form.
(Computing) Computer representation (often humanoid) of a person, for instance, in a role playing game.

- The Nuttall Encyclopedia

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