noun
Uncommon
Pegasus
PEHG-uh-suhs
Pegasus (noun) means In Greek myth, a winged horse born from the blood of the slain Gorgon Medusa, later tamed by the hero Bellerophon. Example: “Pegasus is often shown in art as a pure white winged stallion.”
noun
1
In Greek myth, a winged horse born from the blood of the slain Gorgon Medusa, later tamed by the hero Bellerophon.
"Pegasus is often shown in art as a pure white winged stallion."
2
A constellation in the northern sky named after this mythical horse.
"You can spot Pegasus by its distinctive square of four bright stars."
How to use Pegasus
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe mythical winged horse of Greek legend, also the name of a constellation.
Common pairings
ride Pegasus
the constellation Pegasus
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Word forms
- Plural
- Pegasuses, Pegasi
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek Pēgasos, likely linked to pēgē ("spring, fountain"), since the myth ties the horse's birth to a spring near the sea.
Rhymes for Pegasus
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What does “Pegasus” mean?
The word “Pegasus” means in Greek myth, a winged horse born from the blood of the slain Gorgon Medusa, later tamed by the hero Bellerophon. In plain terms, the mythical winged horse of Greek legend, also the name of a constellation.
How do you pronounce “Pegasus”?
“Pegasus” is pronounced PEHG-uh-suhs (/ˈpɛɡ.ə.səs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Pegasus” in a sentence?
Here is “Pegasus” used in a sentence: “Pegasus is often shown in art as a pure white winged stallion.”
What part of speech is “Pegasus”?
“Pegasus” is a noun.
Where does the word “Pegasus” come from?
The word “Pegasus” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Pēgasos, likely linked to pēgē ("spring, fountain"), since the myth ties the horse's birth to a spring near the sea.
Is “Pegasus” a common word?
“Pegasus” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Pegasus” have?
“Pegasus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Greek myth, a winged horse born from the blood of the slain Gorgon Medusa, later tamed by the hero Bellerophon.
