Terpsichore

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Etymology [edit]

From Ancient Greek Τερψιχόρη, from τέρψις (terpsis, enjoyment, delight) + χορός (khoros, chorus).

Pronunciation [edit]

  • (UK) IPA: /ˌtəːpˈsɪkəɹi/, X-SAMPA: /%t3`p."sI.k@.(%)r\i/

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Terpsichore

  1. (Greek mythology) 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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