master of the animals

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Definition of master of the animals in English English dictionary

Supernatural figure regarded as the protector of game animals in the traditions of hunting peoples. In some traditions he is the ruler of the forest and guardian of all species; in others, he is the guardian of a single species usually a large and valuable animal and may have both human and animal characteristics. He requires that hunters treat slain animals with respect; if they fail to do so, he may withhold game until he is placated through a ceremony or by a shaman

Hyphenation

mas·ter of the animals

Turkish pronunciation

mästır ıv dhi änımılz

Pronunciation

/ˈmastər əv ᴛʜē ˈanəməlz/ /ˈmæstɜr əv ðiː ˈænəməlz/