Somnus

American

[som-nuhs] / ˈsɒm nəs /

noun

the ancient Roman god of sleep, a son of Night and brother of Death.

Somnus British

/ ˈsɒmnəs /

noun

Greek counterpart: Hypnos. the Roman god of sleep

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She summoned her messenger Iris and ordered her to go to the house of Somnus, God of Sleep, and bid him send a dream to Alcyone to tell her the truth about Ceyx.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

Attendants of Somnus, crouching in his cave, 210.

From Myths of Greece and Rome Narrated with Special Reference to Literature and Art by Guerber, H. A. (H?l?ne Adeline)

Without a moment's hesitation, Iris set out for the palace of Somnus, the king of sleep.

From Wonder Stories The Best Myths for Boys and Girls by Bailey, Carolyn Sherwin

Somnus jumped at the chance given by its frustration; the sea air asserted itself, and went into partnership with him, and Rosalind's mind was carried captive into dreamland.

From Somehow Good by De Morgan, William Frend

I was one of the most determined votaries of Somnus; and for his sake endured every sort of persecution.

From Frank Mildmay Or, the Naval Officer by Marryat, Frederick

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