Greek god
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Greek god
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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The name combines Eosphorus, the Greek god known as the "dawn-bringer," with the Greek word "soukhos," meaning crocodile.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 30, 2026
Before long, he had booked roles as a Greek god in “Clash of the Titans,” a thug in Ridley Scott’s “Robin Hood” and lovestruck farmer Andy in Stephen Frears’ “Tamara Drewe.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2024
Later, French actor and singer Philippe Katerine descended onto the table from a giant silver food platter as the Greek god Dionysus.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2024
Named after the daughter of a Greek god, who is said to have built herself steel wings before launching herself off a high mountain, the UK’s tallest rollercoaster opened to much fanfare last Friday.
From BBC ● May 31, 2024
They reminded Kyle of a Greek god and goddess straight out of the Percy Jackson books.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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