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Atalanta

Atalanta

9.9
A name used for several ships in history
  • proper noun
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  • The ship Atalanta was launched in the early 1800s.

Examples

  • Many naval historians have written about the voyages of the Atalanta.

  • Artifacts from the wreck of the Atalanta are now displayed in the maritime museum.

  • The Atalanta sailed across the Atlantic in the early nineteenth century.

  • Have you ever heard of the Atalanta that sailed the Mediterranean?

  • The naval vessel Atalanta was renowned for its speed and agility during its service.

  • In the museum, we saw a model of the Atalanta, a merchant ship from the 18th century.

  • The documentary featured the legacy of the Atalanta, exploring its historical voyages across the seas.

Synonyms

Hansa
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1 9.9

A name used for several ships that sailed in northern Europe

is broader and applies to vessels from many regions and periods
Pocahontas
vsAtalanta
1 7.7

A name used for ships, often in honor of the Native American woman

is the general vessel name not specifically commemorating someone
hirondelle
vsAtalanta
9.9

A name given to a boat or ship

is used across historical periods for naval and merchant vessels
Amphitrite
vsAtalanta
9.9

A name used for several ships that comes from a sea goddess

is the general ship name without specific mythological inspiration

Compounds

Vanessa atalanta
  • Specialized
8.7

A butterfly with black wings and red and white bands called the red admiral

Surface Forms

Atalanta main

Etymology

Atalanta has been used as a ship name because the mythic heroine was known for 'speed' and strength, so people chose the name to suggest a swift, capable vessel.