Synonyms for devadasi
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A girl who underwent the Hindu religious practice of being "married" to a deity. In addition to taking care of the temple, she learned and practiced Bharatanatyam and other classical Indian arts, enjoying high social status.
Forms
- Plural
- devadasis
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| devadasi | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.