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Σειρήν (Seirēn)

Seirēn

a siren

G9063 · Greek · New Testament · 0 verses

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Koine Greek
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Definition

Definition

1. a Siren : in plural Σειρῆνες, αἱ, the Sirens , mythical sisters on the south coast of Italy, who enticed seamen by their songs, and then slew them, (Odyssey by Homer) (Homer) only knows of two , whence epic dual. genitive Σειρήνοιιν.
2. metaphorically a Siren, deceitful woman , (Euripides): the Siren charm of eloquence, (Aeschines Orator)
derivation uncertain (ML)