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Minos
MEYE-nos
Minos (name) means In Greek mythology, the legendary king of Crete who had the Minotaur imprisoned in a labyrinth. Example: “According to legend, Minos ruled Crete before becoming a judge of the dead.”
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In Greek mythology, the legendary king of Crete who had the Minotaur imprisoned in a labyrinth.
"According to legend, Minos ruled Crete before becoming a judge of the dead."
How to use Minos
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe mythical king of Crete associated with the labyrinth and the Minotaur.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek Μίνως (Mī́nōs).
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What does “Minos” mean?
The word “Minos” means in Greek mythology, the legendary king of Crete who had the Minotaur imprisoned in a labyrinth. In plain terms, the mythical king of Crete associated with the labyrinth and the Minotaur.
How do you pronounce “Minos”?
“Minos” is pronounced MEYE-nos (/ˈmaɪnɒs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Minos” in a sentence?
Here is “Minos” used in a sentence: “According to legend, Minos ruled Crete before becoming a judge of the dead.”
What part of speech is “Minos”?
“Minos” is a name.
Where does the word “Minos” come from?
The word “Minos” comes from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Ancient Greek Μίνως (Mī́nōs).
