Benu

or Ben·nu

[ ben-oo ]

noun

1. the sacred bird of ancient Egypt, corresponding to the phoenix.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Benu¹

Vocalization of Egyptian bnw heron

Example Sentences

Then they fought against Het Benu; its citadel was opened and the soldiers of his Majesty entered into it.

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There are also noticed several coins struck by rebels under the Benu Rasool dynasty.

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Modern Benin was far enough removed from Oku and the upper reaches of the Benu to render the title vague and seemingly mistaken.

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Though the trees on the opposite bank were clearly visible in the ever–spreading moonlight, the Benu itself was invisible.

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If she had never seen the gourd it was more than probable that she would never have gazed on the Benu River.

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