Shankar

[ shahn-kahr, shahng- ]

/ ˈʃɑn kɑr, ʃɑŋ- /

noun

Ra·vi

[rah-vee] /ˈrɑ vi/, 1920–2012, Indian sitarist.

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Examples from the Web for shankar

Brooks wondered if that meant he could inspire Shankar, a comment that had the audience laughing once again.
D.C.’s Conservative Guru Finds His Inner Hippie|Eleanor Clift|June 27, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Shankar announced his desire “to stretch my hands to Talibans” during a visit to Pakistan this week.
Indian Guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Hopes to Teach Peace to the Taliban|Sarah J. Robbins|March 16, 2012|DAILY BEAST
“We want to talk with the Taliban in Pakistan,” Shankar said.
Indian Guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Hopes to Teach Peace to the Taliban|Sarah J. Robbins|March 16, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Damodar replied, "Shankar was born after me, but your grace has made him my elder brother."
Chaitanya's Life And Teachings|Krishna das Kaviraja

In fear of Shankar He could not leave the room nor knock His face against the walls.
Chaitanya's Life And Teachings|Krishna das Kaviraja
When Shankar had caressed and loved him, he swallowed him again for another six months.
Indian Fairy Tales|Anonymous

British Dictionary definitions for shankar

Shankar

/ (ˈʃæŋkɑː) /

noun

Ravi (ˈrɑːviː). 1920–2012 Indian sitarist

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