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θήρ

θήρ

Ancient Greek

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Noun

θήρ (thḗr) m, f (genitive θηρός); third declension

  1. a wild beast, beast of prey, especially a lion
  2. any animal
  3. a fantastic animal, such as the Sphinx

Usage notes

  • Originally masculine gender but later feminine.

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