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Sao

Sao (name) means a sea nymph from Greek mythology, and the name given to one of the small moons of Neptune. Example: “Sao is one of Neptune's smaller, irregular moons.”

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A sea nymph from Greek mythology, and the name given to one of the small moons of Neptune.
"Sao is one of Neptune's smaller, irregular moons."

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In plain EnglishA minor mythological figure whose name was later given to a moon of Neptune.

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Etymology

From Greek Sao, meaning "the rescuer," from the verb "sozo," to save.

Origin: Greek

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Sao” mean?

The word “Sao” means a sea nymph from Greek mythology, and the name given to one of the small moons of Neptune. In plain terms, a minor mythological figure whose name was later given to a moon of Neptune.

How do you use “Sao” in a sentence?

Here is “Sao” used in a sentence: “Sao is one of Neptune's smaller, irregular moons.”

What part of speech is “Sao”?

“Sao” is a name.

Where does the word “Sao” come from?

The word “Sao” comes from Greek. From Greek Sao, meaning "the rescuer," from the verb "sozo," to save.

Is “Sao” a common word?

“Sao” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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