Antaeus

American  

[an-tee-uhs] / ænˈti əs /

noun

Classical Mythology.

1. an African giant who was invincible when in contact with the earth but was lifted into the air by Hercules and crushed.

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Antaeus British  

/ ænˈtiːəs /

noun

1. Greek myth an African giant who was invincible as long as he touched the ground, but was lifted into the air by Hercules and crushed to death

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Other Word Forms

• Antaean adjective

Example Sentences

When we had double casting at Antaeus — I loved it, by the way — it was always interesting.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2022

Antaeus is an actor-driven company that has been committed to keeping the classic repertoire alive.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2022

Antaeus Theatre Company’s production of Hamlet, which opened Saturday at the Kiki & David Gindler Performing Arts Center in Glendale, meets the challenge with speed and efficiency.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2022

“The ZIP Code Plays: Los Angeles” Presented by Glendale’s Antaeus Theatre Company, this podcast series featuring short dramas inspired by everyday life across Southern California returns with new episodes.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2021

I tried to skirt around him, but Antaeus anticipated my move.

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan