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Circe

SUR-see

Circe (name) means In Greek mythology, an enchantress who turned Odysseus's men into pigs; also used to describe a seductive or bewitching woman. Example: “She was compared to Circe for her ability to charm anyone she met.”

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In Greek mythology, an enchantress who turned Odysseus's men into pigs; also used to describe a seductive or bewitching woman.
"She was compared to Circe for her ability to charm anyone she met."
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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin Circē.

Origin: Latin

Frequently asked questions

What does “Circe” mean?

The word “Circe” means in Greek mythology, an enchantress who turned Odysseus's men into pigs; also used to describe a seductive or bewitching woman.

How do you pronounce “Circe”?

“Circe” is pronounced SUR-see (/ˈsɝ.si/ in IPA).

How do you use “Circe” in a sentence?

Here is “Circe” used in a sentence: “She was compared to Circe for her ability to charm anyone she met.”

What part of speech is “Circe”?

“Circe” is a name.

Where does the word “Circe” come from?

The word “Circe” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin Circē.

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