Bharata

English

proper noun
Definitions
  • A legendary emperor of India, and is referred to in Hindu and Jain theology. He was son of King Dushyanta and Sakuntala.
  • (Hinduism) Younger brother of Rāma in Ramayana.

Etymology

Derived from Sanskrit भरत (name of Bharata Muni).

Origin

Sanskrit

भरत

Gloss

name of Bharata Muni

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