Apophis
[ uh-poh-fis ]
nounEgyptian Mythology.
a demon serpent of darkness whom Ra, as sun god, destroys every morning at dawn.
Origin of Apophis
1<Greek Ápophis<Egyptian; see Apepi
- Also Apepi.
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How to use Apophis in a sentence
When Apophis buzzes the Earth on April 13, 2029, it will come within 19,400 miles (31,300 km) of our planet.
In Apophis we find the Serpent fairly developed to a principle of evil.
Demonology and Devil-lore | Moncure Daniel ConwayThe Egyptian Apophis was a monstrous snake, as were also, originally at least, the Greek dracontes.
Apophis (or Apap) would have been a decorative artist to fold himself in such order.
Demonology and Devil-lore | Moncure Daniel Conway
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