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corybantes

/kɔːrɪˈbæntiːz/ noun · British & US
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What does corybantes mean?

noun

In Greek mythology, the Corybantes were a group of frenzied, ecstatic dancers who worshipped the goddess Cybele. The term is also used to describe a frenzied or ecstatic dance.

Example

"The Corybantes danced wildly around the altar, their movements a blur of energy and passion."

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