Langimage
English

aeaean

|ae-ae-an|

C2

/eɪˈiːən/

related to Aeaea

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aeaean' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'Aeaeus,' referring to the island of Aeaea in Greek mythology.

Historical Evolution

'Aeaeus' transformed into the English word 'aeaean' to describe things related to the island of Aeaea.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'of or pertaining to Aeaea,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to the mythical island of Aeaea, home of the sorceress Circe in Homer's Odyssey.

The aeaean enchantress turned men into swine.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/16 17:07