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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

minos

/mɪnɒs/ noun · British & US
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What does minos mean?

noun

A mythical king of Crete, son of Zeus and Europa, and father of the Minotaur. In Greek mythology, he was known for his wisdom and justice.

Example

"The story of Minos and the Minotaur is a famous tale from ancient Greek mythology."

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