Advertisement
Advertisement
Mors
/ mɔːz /
noun
- the Roman god of death Greek counterpartThanatos
Discover More
Example Sentences
The divinities who dwelt in the Cave of Sleep were distrusted by the ancients, and Mors was held in universal dread.
From Project Gutenberg
Even Csar is provided by history with a sword named “Crocea mors,” captured from him in combat by our valiant countryman Nennius.
From Project Gutenberg
Mors, god of death, occupies one of the rooms in the cave of sleep.
From Project Gutenberg
He had the habit of muttering upon the most trivial occasions, mors omnibus communis!
From Project Gutenberg
Death comes to a'—mors omnibus communis; and Jedediah Cameron—bless him!
From Project Gutenberg
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[tawr-choo-uhs ]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse