Meaning of Hanuman in English

1. Pronunciation

   /hənʊˈmɑn/

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1. Noun

   Hanuman

   Etymology

   from Sanskrit hanumant‘large-jawed’

   Definitions

   1. in Hinduism, the monkey god and helper of Rama

   Examples

   • « god of devotion and courage »
2. 2. langur of southern Asia

   Examples

   • « regarded as sacred in India »