Scylla

English

/ˈsɪlə/

proper noun
Definitions
  • A dangerous rock on the Italian coast opposite the whirlpool Charybdis on the coast of Sicily. The passage between Scylla and Charybdis was formerly considered perilous; hence, the saying between Scylla and Charybdis signifies a great peril on either hand.
  • (Greek mythology) A personification of said rock as a ravenous monster.
  • (Greek mythology) A princess, daughter of King Nisos of Megara, who fell in love with King Minos and betrayed her city to him.
  • (astronomy) The main belt asteroid .

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin Scylla derived from Ancient Greek Σκύλλα.

Origin

Ancient Greek

Σκύλλα

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