Orpheus
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Noun — A legendary Greek musician whose songs were said to charm even rocks and rivers, famous for trying and failing to bring his wife back from the dead.
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Etymology
From Greek Orpheus, a name of uncertain origin possibly related to orphanós, "orphan."
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What does “Orpheus” mean?
The word “Orpheus” means a legendary Greek musician whose songs were said to charm even rocks and rivers, famous for trying and failing to bring his wife back from the dead. In plain terms, a mythical musician whose story is often invoked as a symbol of art's power and the tragedy of loss.
How do you pronounce “Orpheus”?
“Orpheus” is pronounced AWR-fee-uhs (/ˈɔɹ.fi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Orpheus” in a sentence?
Here is “Orpheus” used in a sentence: “The opera retells the myth of Orpheus descending into the underworld.”
What part of speech is “Orpheus”?
“Orpheus” is a noun.
Where does the word “Orpheus” come from?
The word “Orpheus” comes from Greek. From Greek Orpheus, a name of uncertain origin possibly related to orphanós, "orphan.".