odyssey

Meanings

• noun

  An ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, telling the story of Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after the Trojan War.

• noun

  A long and eventful journey, especially one that is full of challenges.

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Rhymes

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brave , grave , cave , wave , rave , maze , maze , haze

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Variants

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odyssey , odysseys

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'odysseia', derived from 'odysseus'.

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Trivia

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1. The Odyssey is estimated to have been written around 8th century BC.

2. The Odyssey is divided into 24 books, each consisting of several thousand lines.

3. The Odyssey describes Odysseus' encounters with various mythological creatures, such as the Cyclops, the Sirens, and the underworld god Hades.

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Related Concepts

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1. Homer: An ancient Greek poet, traditionally considered the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey.

2. Trojan War: A legendary ten-year war between the Greeks and the Trojans, described in Homer's Iliad.

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Culture

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The Odyssey is considered a classic of world literature and has had a profound influence on Western culture. It has been the subject of numerous adaptations and interpretations in various forms of art, music, and literature.

How to Memorize "odyssey"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long and winding journey filled with challenges and obstacles. Visualize Odysseus and his crew facing various trials and tribulations on their way home from the Trojan War.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'odyssey' with the idea of a long and eventful journey. Think of Odysseus and his adventures as you encounter the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Odyssey is an Odyssey' to remember the definition of the word. Think of the word 'odyssey' as meaning 'a journey that is an odyssey'.

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