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Siva

American  
[see-vuh, shee-vuh] / ˈsi və, ˈʃi və /

noun

Hinduism.
  1. another name for Shiva.


Siva British  
/ ˈsɪvə, ˈsiːvə /

noun

  1. Hinduism the destroyer, one of the three chief divinities of the later Hindu pantheon, the other two being Brahma and Vishnu. Siva is also the god presiding over personal destinies

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of Siva

from Sanskrit Śiva, literally: the auspicious (one)

Example Sentences

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“It’s early days, but right now, I would call it a great addition to our automotive portfolio,” president Siva Sivaram told investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

“Driven by massive compute demand, data centers are transitioning to 800-volt DC designs and adopting power systems architecture and technology from the electric-vehicle industry,” CEO Siva Sivaram said on the earnings call.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Chairman James Siva said in a statement that the regulations are an “important step in combating unscrupulous and illegal gaming in California.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Fellow The Wanted bandmate Siva Kaneswaran offered his support on George's social media post, commenting: "Here for you brother. Rest up and get well soon."

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2024

The male on the right side bears the emblems of Siva or Mahadeva, the female on the left those of Parvati or Sacti.

From Ancient Pagan and Modern Christian Symbolism With an Essay on Baal Worship, On The Assyrian Sacred "Grove," And Other by Inman, Thomas

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