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bacchant

/bækˈænt/ noun · British & US
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What does bacchant mean?

noun

A follower of Dionysus in ancient Greek mythology, characterized by wild and frenzied behavior. In modern usage, a person who is given to excessive or uninhibited behavior, especially in a social or festive context.

Example

"The bacchant's wild dance through the streets was a sight to behold."

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