subgod
English
Etymology
From
sub-
+
god
.
Noun
subgod
(
plural
subgods
)
A lesser or subsidiary god.
Synonym:
subdeity
2004
, Marvin Olasky,
The Religions Next Door
, page
60
:
Hindus often depict
subgods
such as Vishnu with multiple arms or heads that allow them more opportunity to protect people.