Anu
the Akkadian god of heaven.
Other definitions for añu (2 of 2)
or a·nu, an·yu
a twining herb, Tropaeolum tuberosum, of the nasturtium family, found in the Andes, having edible tubers and large flowers with yellow petals and red spurs.
the tuber of this plant.
Origin of añu
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How to use Anu in a sentence
Many writers, like Anu Chopra in the Hindustan Times, have correctly criticized the movie for its “lack of logic.”
‘Dhoom 3’ Review: Bollywood’s Baffling Blockbuster | Sujay Kumar | December 31, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTAnu Chopra reveals the five essential classics any burgeoning Bollywood fan should see.
He was the chief figure in a triad in which he figured as earth god, with Anu as god of the sky and Ea as god of the deep.
Myths of Babylonia and Assyria | Donald A. MackenzieOriginally the wives of Anu and Ea may have made up the group of eight primitive deities.
Myths of Babylonia and Assyria | Donald A. MackenzieNo doubt the sky god Anu had his solar as well as his lunar attributes, which he shared with Ea.
Myths of Babylonia and Assyria | Donald A. Mackenzie
Anu called on Ramman, the thunderer, to attack the Zu bird, but he was afraid; other gods appear to have shrunk from the conflict.
Myths of Babylonia and Assyria | Donald A. MackenzieSeven of these supernatural beings were reputed to be daughters of Anu, the sky god.
Myths of Babylonia and Assyria | Donald A. Mackenzie
British Dictionary definitions for Anu (1 of 2)
/ (ˈɑːnuː) /
Babylonian myth the sky god
British Dictionary definitions for ANU (2 of 2)
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