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Stheno

Stheno

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A monster in Greek stories, the oldest of three sisters with snakes for hair
  • proper noun
  • /ˈsθiːnoʊ/
  • Literature
: Esteno
  • In Greek mythology, Stheno was known as the eldest of the three Gorgons.

Examples

  • According to myth, Stheno was the eldest Gorgon.

  • Unlike Medusa, Stheno was said to be immortal.

  • Few heroes dared to face Stheno and her deadly gaze.

  • In some myths, Stheno was more ferocious than her sisters.

  • The legend of Stheno and her sisters is fascinating.

  • According to ancient tales, Stheno was feared for her deadly gaze.

  • Many stories describe Stheno as being more fierce than her sister Medusa.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Stheno comes from the ancient Greek word sthenos, which means 'strength'. That's why the Gorgon Stheno is remembered as the strongest and most fierce sister, a name that helps you remember her power and deadly gaze.