Amycus

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[am-i-kuhs] / ˈæm ɪ kəs /

noun

Classical Mythology.

1. a son of Poseidon and one of the Meliae, known for his ruthlessness and his skill at boxing.

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Example Sentences

“Good evening, Amycus,” said Dumbledore calmly, as though welcoming the man to a tea party.

From Literature

“Oh, weaker resistance, slower reflexes, Amycus,” said Dumbledore.

From Literature

The few Ravenclaws who had remained behind sprinted for the stairs as Amycus burst over the threshold, brandishing his wand.

From Literature

Amycus, the bloke, he teaches what used to be Defense Against the Dark Arts, except now it’s just the Dark Arts.

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Alecto, Amycus’s sister, teaches Muggle Studies, which is compulsory for everyone.

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