Gnossus
noun
Gnossian
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a word derived from
Gnossus.
Example Sentences
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Let us the land which Heav'n appoints, explore; Appease the winds, and seek the Gnossian shore.
From The Aeneid English by Virgil
As resting here she view'd, The white pavilion of the Gnossian king Dubious, she cry'd;—“Or should I grieve or joy, “This mournful war to witness?
From The Metamorphoses of Publius Ovidus Naso in English blank verse Vols. I & II by Howard, J. J.
To each, a common largess, be a pair Of Gnossian javelins and an axe decreed, With haft of silver chasings.
From The Æneid of Virgil Translated into English Verse by E. Fairfax Taylor by Taylor, Edward Fairfax
Scarce ending, in the waves she furious leaped, Vigorous by love, and gain'd the flying fleet; And clasp'd, unwelcome guest, the Gnossian poop.
From The Metamorphoses of Publius Ovidus Naso in English blank verse Vols. I & II by Howard, J. J.
