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Phoebus

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Name — An epithet of the Greek god Apollo, meaning "bright" or "radiant", associated with the sun.

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Etymology

From Greek Φοῖβος (Phoîbos), "bright, radiant".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Phoebus” mean?

The word “Phoebus” means an epithet of the Greek god Apollo, meaning "bright" or "radiant", associated with the sun.

How do you pronounce “Phoebus”?

“Phoebus” is pronounced FEE-buhs (/ˈfiː.bəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Phoebus” in a sentence?

Here is “Phoebus” used in a sentence: “Poets often invoked Phoebus as the god of light.”

What part of speech is “Phoebus”?

“Phoebus” is a name.

Where does the word “Phoebus” come from?

The word “Phoebus” comes from Greek. From Greek Φοῖβος (Phoîbos), "bright, radiant".

Related words

Phœbus

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