μέροψ

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See also: Μέροψ

Ancient Greek[edit]

Etymology[edit]

The original meaning of the word is unknown. However, the suffix "-οψ", which is found also in δρύοψ (drúops) and πάρνοψ (párnops), is typical of Pre-Greek.

Pronunciation[edit]

 

Noun[edit]

μέροψ (méropsm (genitive μέροπος); third declension

  1. (in the plural) epithet of men
    1. mortal (of men)
  2. bee-eater (Merops apiaster)
    Synonym: ἀέροψ (aérops)

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Derived terms[edit]

Descendants[edit]

  • Translingual: Merops

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