Antaean

English

Alternative forms

Antæan

Adjective

Antaean (comparative more Antaean, superlative most Antaean)

Relating to Antaeus, a half-giant slain by Hercules in Greek mythology.
Having superhuman strength, resembling that of Antaeus.

References

“Antaean”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam, 1913, →OCLC.

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