Achelous

British

/ ˌækɪˈləʊəs /

noun

classical myth a river god who changed into a snake and a bull while fighting Hercules but was defeated when Hercules broke off one of his horns

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The plan includes diverting two tributaries of the River Achelous in western Greece, in addition to drilling and desalination projects.

From Barron's • Nov. 29, 2025

The 500-million-euro Achelous tributary project is to be completed by 2029.

From Barron's • Nov. 29, 2025

The Bulgarian Empire won a decisive victory in the Battle of Achelous on this day in 917.

From Slate • Aug. 20, 2018

Like everyone else by this time, Achelous had no desire to fight him and he tried to reason with him.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

Using charmspeak wasn’t easy when she was floundering in a whirlpool, but she got Achelous s attention.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

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