Sphinx
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British pronunciation/sfˈɪŋks/
American pronunciation/ˈsfɪŋks/

Ορισμός και Σημασία του "sphinx"

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one of a number of large stone statues with the body of a lion and the head of a man that were built by the ancient Egyptians

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a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, often depicted in ancient Egyptian and Greek art and mythology as a guardian of temples and tombs

What is a "sphinx"?

A sphinx is a mythical creature from ancient Egyptian and Greek mythology, usually depicted with the body of a lion and the head of a human. In Egyptian mythology, sphinxes are often seen as guardians of important places like temples or tombs and are associated with wisdom and protection. Greek sphinxes, however, are known for their role in riddles and challenges, such as the famous Sphinx of Thebes, which posed a riddle to travelers and devoured those who could not answer it correctly. The sphinx symbolizes both strength and mystery, representing the balance between human intellect and animal power.

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an inscrutable person who keeps his thoughts and intentions secret

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