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Complete Definition of "Terpsichore"

English

Etymology
from the Greek words ÏέÏÏÎµÏ (terpeo) "delight" and ÏoÏÏÏ (choros) "dance"

Pronunciation
IPA: /ËtÉp.Ësɪ.kÉ.(Ë)ɹi/ SAMPA: /%t3`p."sI.k@.(%)ri/

Proper noun
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Terpsichore

  1. w:Greek mythology, Terpsichore ("delight of dancing") was one of the nine Muses, ruling over dance and the dramatic chorus. She is usually depicted sitting down, holding a lyre.

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