adonis


Definition: Meaning of, adonis in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈdəʊnɪs /

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  1. any handsome young man
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Adonis


Definition: Meaning of, Adonis in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈdəʊnɪs /

  • noun
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  1. in Greek MYTHOLOGY, a beautiful boy whom APHRODITE loved, but who was killed by a BOAR (= a wild pig) while he was hunting
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  2. an extremely attractive young man
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Adonis used in phrases

  • Adonis annua (noun)
    1. eurasian herb cultivated for its deep red flowers with dark centres
  • genus Adonis (noun)
    1. annual or perennial herbs
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