incarnation

//ˌɪnkɑːˈneɪʃən//
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Visual representation of incarnation

Noun

incarnationSingular
incarnationsPlural
1

A bodily manifestation of a deity or spirit, especially the human form of a divine being.

In Hindu belief, Krishna is considered an incarnation of the god Vishnu.

2

A person or thing regarded as embodying or exemplifying a quality, concept, or idea.

She is the incarnation of kindness.

3

One of a series of lifetimes or forms that a soul is believed to pass through.

She believes that in a past incarnation, she lived in ancient Egypt.

4

A particular version or form of something over time.

The latest incarnation of the software includes many new features.