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Fomor

Fomor

9.9
A sea giant or demon from old Irish legends that brings danger and storms
  • noun
  • /ˈfoʊmɔr/
  • Literature
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  • The Fomor is a fearsome figure in mythology.

Examples

  • In Celtic mythology, the Fomor are portrayed as chaotic sea giants who oppose the gods.

  • The Fomor were often depicted as monstrous sea beings in Celtic tales.

  • According to legend, the Fomor fought fiercely against the early settlers of Ireland.

  • Many stories portray the Fomor as embodiments of destructive natural forces.

  • The Fomor is known for its chaotic nature.

  • Legend says that the Fomor once ruled the seas before they were defeated by heroic figures.

  • Many tales describe the Fomor as fearsome creatures capable of summoning storms and tidal waves.

Synonyms

fiend
vsFomor
  • Literature
15 8.8

An evil spirit that people believe harms others in stories

is a specific mythic sea giant tied to chaotic natural forces
Fomorian
vsFomor
  • Literature
9.9

A monstrous sea demon from Irish myths that brings chaos

is used for the same beings across Celtic traditions

Surface Forms

Fomor singular
Fomors plural

Etymology

Fomor likely comes from old Irish parts fo- meaning 'under' and muir meaning 'sea'. Some people also link it to mór meaning 'big'. A helpful way to remember it is to picture 'under-sea' giants or demons rising from the deep, which explains why they are seen as hostile sea beings and forces of chaos.