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Cerberus

SBUH-ruhs

Cerberus (name) means the three-headed dog of Greek mythology that guards the entrance to the underworld. Example: “Hercules was tasked with capturing Cerberus as one of his twelve labors.”

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The three-headed dog of Greek mythology that guards the entrance to the underworld.
"Hercules was tasked with capturing Cerberus as one of his twelve labors."
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Etymology

From Latin Cerberus, from Ancient Greek Kerberos, of unknown origin.

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Cerberus” mean?

The word “Cerberus” means the three-headed dog of Greek mythology that guards the entrance to the underworld.

How do you pronounce “Cerberus”?

“Cerberus” is pronounced SBUH-ruhs (/ˈsɝbəɹəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Cerberus” in a sentence?

Here is “Cerberus” used in a sentence: “Hercules was tasked with capturing Cerberus as one of his twelve labors.”

What part of speech is “Cerberus”?

“Cerberus” is a name.

Where does the word “Cerberus” come from?

The word “Cerberus” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin Cerberus, from Ancient Greek Kerberos, of unknown origin.

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