entering the priesthood; Buddhist monk; priest
Buddhist term for becoming a monk or the monk himself. Often used historically or in religious contexts.
He entered the priesthood at a young age and spent his life at the temple.
man with a shaven head
Refers to a layperson with a shaved head, often resembling a monk. Can be used colloquially or descriptively.
That man with the shaven head was actually not a monk, just a bald man.
bald-headed monster
Folklore or mythical creature, often depicted as a giant bald-headed monster. Appears in traditional tales like 大入道.
The ōnyūdō in old tales is a giant bald-headed monster.
cumulonimbus; thunderhead; towering summer cloud
giant bald-headed monster; ōnyūdō · large bald man; big baldy · large monk
octopus; bald or shaven-headed man
wanyūdō; firewheel; soultaker
From 入 (enter) + 道 (the way, Buddhism). Originally a Buddhist term for entering the monastic path.