aeolus

[ee-uh-luhs]

aeolus Definition

a god of the winds in Greek mythology.

Using aeolus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aeolus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    In Greek mythology, Aeolus was the keeper of the winds.

  • Example

    The sailors prayed to Aeolus for favorable winds.

  • Example

    Aeolus is often depicted as a bearded man holding a staff or a conch shell.

Phrases with aeolus

  • a musical instrument that produces sound by the wind blowing across its strings

    Example

    The Aeolian harp was named after Aeolus, the god of the winds.

  • a musical mode based on the natural diatonic scale, also known as the natural minor scale

    Example

    The Aeolian mode is often used in sad or melancholic music.

  • Aeolian islands

    a group of volcanic islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea north of Sicily

    Example

    The Aeolian islands are a popular tourist destination known for their beautiful beaches and scenic landscapes.

Origins of aeolus

from Greek 'Aiolos'

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Summary: aeolus in Brief

'Aeolus' [ee-uh-luhs] is a god of the winds in Greek mythology. He is often depicted as a bearded man holding a staff or a conch shell. Phrases like 'Aeolian harp,' 'Aeolian mode,' and 'Aeolian islands' use 'Aeolian' to denote something related to the god of the winds.