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Osiris

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Name — In ancient Egyptian religion, the god of the dead and ruler of the underworld, closely tied to death, resurrection, and fertility.

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Etymology

Borrowed via Latin Osiris from Ancient Greek Ósīris, itself adapted from the Egyptian name wsjr.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Osiris” mean?

The word “Osiris” means in ancient Egyptian religion, the god of the dead and ruler of the underworld, closely tied to death, resurrection, and fertility. In plain terms, best known as the Egyptian god of death and the underworld; also used as a nickname for a distant planet.

How do you pronounce “Osiris”?

“Osiris” is pronounced oh-SEYE-rihs (/oʊˈsaɪ.ɹɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Osiris” in a sentence?

Here is “Osiris” used in a sentence: “Egyptians believed Osiris judged the souls of the dead before granting them passage to the afterlife.”

What part of speech is “Osiris”?

“Osiris” is a name.

Where does the word “Osiris” come from?

The word “Osiris” comes from Ancient Greek. Borrowed via Latin Osiris from Ancient Greek Ósīris, itself adapted from the Egyptian name wsjr.

How many meanings does “Osiris” have?

“Osiris” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in ancient Egyptian religion, the god of the dead and ruler of the underworld, closely tied to death, resurrection, and fertility.

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