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orcus
Orcus (name) means an Etruscan and Roman god associated with the underworld.
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An Etruscan and Roman god associated with the underworld.
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A plutino and planetoid, possibly a dwarf planet; sometimes referred to as the “anti-Pluto”. Its moon is Vanth.
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Etymology
From Latin Orcus, and a doublet of ogre and orc.
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What is the meaning of orcus?
"orcus" (name) means an Etruscan and Roman god associated with the underworld.
What are the different meanings of orcus?
"orcus" has 2 main meanings: 1. An Etruscan and Roman god associated with the underworld; 2. A plutino and planetoid, possibly a dwarf planet; sometimes referred to as the “anti-Pluto”. Its moon is Vanth.
