Charon
1 synonym for Charon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — In Greek mythology, the ferryman who carried the souls of the dead across the river Styx.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
⯕
Etymology
From Latin Charon, from Ancient Greek Kharon. The moon was named in 1978 by astronomer James Christy, partly after the mythological ferryman and partly after his wife Charlene, nicknamed "Char."
Full origin of Charon →Frequently asked questions
What does “Charon” mean?
The word “Charon” means in Greek mythology, the ferryman who carried the souls of the dead across the river Styx. In plain terms, the mythical ferryman of the dead, and the name of Pluto's largest moon.
How do you pronounce “Charon”?
“Charon” is pronounced KEH-uh-ron (/ˈkɛəɹən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Charon” in a sentence?
Here is “Charon” used in a sentence: “The dead had to pay Charon a coin to cross into the underworld.”
What is another word for “Charon”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Charon” include ⯕.
What part of speech is “Charon”?
“Charon” is a name.
Where does the word “Charon” come from?
The word “Charon” dates back to around 1978 and comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin Charon, from Ancient Greek Kharon. The moon was named in 1978 by astronomer James Christy, partly after the mythological ferryman and partly after his wife Charlene, nicknamed "Char.".
How many meanings does “Charon” have?
“Charon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Greek mythology, the ferryman who carried the souls of the dead across the river Styx.
