Chiron
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- proper noun
- Literature
- I see Chiron has been expanding your Curriculum.
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Watch on YouTubeRemember Chiron, he's a Centaur who is the master of Heracles.
- Remember Chiron, he's a Centaur who is the master of Heracles.
Examples
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Chiron told me you took Egypt because they attacked our ships.
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Chiron, give me news of Hebe!
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Please, Chiron, will you bring her to me?
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Before you have a chance to process them, we have to deal with Chiron again.
Blog text (14) -
I cannot bear it, Chiron.
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Chiron was there when you were born.
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What will you teach him, Chiron? - Will you teach him war? - It cannot be ignored, Majesty.
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According to Homer, it was Chiron, the wisest of all the centaurs.
Academic text (2006) -
Chiron has to mediate between these two Titans, who couldn't be more different.
Blog text (14) -
In Greek mythology, Chiron was known for his wisdom as he tutored many of the greatest heroes.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Chiron is the name of a wise centaur in Greek myth and the name comes from the Greek root cheir, meaning 'hand', which suggests being 'skilled' or good with healing. So his name fits his role as a teacher and healer of many heroes.