Aesop

American  

[ee-suhp, ee-sop] / ˈi səp, ˈi sɒp /

noun

1. c620–c560 b.c., Greek writer of fables.

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Aesop British  

/ ˈiːsɒp /

noun

1. ?620–564 _bc , Greek author of fables in which animals are given human characters and used to satirize human failings

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Other Word Forms

• Aesopian adjective

Example Sentences

Aesop’s fable “The Tortoise and the Hare” teaches the idea that slow and steady wins the race.

From Barron's

Aesop’s fable “The Tortoise and the Hare” teaches the idea that slow and steady wins the race.

From Barron's

Earlier this month, L'Oreal agreed to buy Australian luxury brand Aesop for an enterprise value of $2.53 billion, its largest brand acquisition to date, with an eye to international expansion, including in China.

From Reuters

Aesop stores typically have a minimalist aesthetic, with sinks in them so customers can test products on their hands.

From New York Times

Brazilian cosmetics company Natura & Co bought a majority stake in Aesop in 2012, before taking full ownership of the brand four years later.

From BBC