Strong G9063Σειρήν
a siren
- Transliteration
- Seirēn
- Morphology
- Greek Noun Neuter
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)
2. metaphorically a Siren, deceitful woman , (Euripides): the Siren charm of eloquence, (Aeschines Orator)
derivation uncertain (ML)