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Meaning of PERSEPHONE

Pronunciation:  pur'sefunee

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 Definition: [n]  (Greek mythology) daughter of Zeus and Demeter; made queen of the underworld by Pluto in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Proserpina
 
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 Synonyms: Cora, Despoina, Kore
 
 See Also: Greek deity

 

 

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