Semiramis

American  

[si-mir-uh-mis] / sɪˈmɪr ə mɪs /

noun

1. a legendary Assyrian queen, the wife of Ninus and founder of Babylon, noted for her wisdom and beauty.

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Semiramis British  

/ sɛˈmɪrəmɪs /

noun

1. the legendary founder of Babylon and wife of Ninus, king of Assyria, which she ruled with great skill after his death

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Example Sentences

“Our decision to nominate highly qualified, independent director candidates to replace current Genco directors reflects our conviction that Genco shareholders deserve a refreshed Board that will be open to exploring strategic alternatives to maximize value for shareholders, including engaging in good faith with respect to our highly compelling value creation opportunity,” Diana Chief Executive Officer Semiramis Paliou said Friday.

From The Wall Street Journal

Diana Chief Executive Officer Semiramis Paliou said the company was disappointed by Genco’s response but said Diana would welcome a dialogue about the acquisition offer.

From The Wall Street Journal

Pyramus and Thisbe, he the most beautiful youth and she the loveliest maiden of all the East, lived in Babylon, the city of Queen Semiramis, in houses so close together that one wall was common to both.

From Literature

Now in her 50s, the “Queen of Cairo” performs every Thursday at the five-star Cairo Semiramis.

From Los Angeles Times

According to federal spending records the first lady spent $95,050 at the Semiramis Intercontinental Cairo.

From The Guardian