erinys

[ih-rin-eez]

erinys Definition

a fury or avenging spirit in Greek mythology.

Using erinys: Examples

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  • Example

    In Greek mythology, the erinys were goddesses of vengeance and retribution.

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    The erinys were often depicted as winged women with snakes for hair.

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Summary: erinys in Brief

The term 'erinys' [ih-rin-eez] refers to a fury or avenging spirit in Greek mythology. They were goddesses of vengeance and retribution, often depicted as winged women with snakes for hair.