Mimas

American

[mahy-mas, mee-] / ˈmaɪ mæs, ˈmi- /

noun

Astronomy. one of the moons of Saturn.
Classical Mythology. one of the Gigantes, killed by Hercules.
Roman Legend. a companion of Aeneas, killed by Mezentius.

Mimas British

/ ˈmaɪməs, -mæs /

noun

a satellite of the planet Saturn

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Because the ice shell on Mimas is not expected to fracture as it thins, it is possible for the moon to have an ocean while still looking inactive at the surface.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 2, 2026

Mimas is less than 250 miles wide and heavily cratered, including one massive impact crater that gives it the nickname "Death Star."

From Science Daily ● Mar. 2, 2026

Mimas could also help scientists understand how other alien oceans developed.

From National Geographic ● Feb. 7, 2024

Discovered in 1789 by English astronomer William Herschel, Mimas is named after a giant in Greek mythology.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 7, 2024

They ran in no particular direction and found themselves back in the shrine room, right behind the giant Mimas.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan

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