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Meaning of ATHENE

Pronunciation:  u'theenee

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  a genus of Strigidae
  2. [n]  (Greek mythology) goddess of wisdom and useful arts and prudent warfare; guardian of Athens; identified with Roman Minerva
 

ATHENE is a 6 letter word that starts with A.

 

 Synonyms: Athena, genus Athene, Pallas, Pallas Athena, Pallas Athene
 
 See Also: Athene noctua, bird genus, family Strigidae, Greek deity, little owl, Strigidae

 

 

 

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