Amaethon

proper noun

Meaning

A figure from Welsh mythology associated with farming and agriculture, often depicted as the son of the mother goddess Dôn.

Examples

The legend of Amaethon highlights the ancient cultural importance of mastering the land for survival.
Scholars often compare the agricultural role of Amaethon to other deities of the harvest found in European folklore.

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Amaethon

proper noun

Pronunciation: /əˈmaɪθɒn/

Definition

A figure from Welsh mythology associated with farming and agriculture, often depicted as the son of the mother goddess Dôn.

Examples

The legend of Amaethon highlights the ancient cultural importance of mastering the land for survival.
Scholars often compare the agricultural role of Amaethon to other deities of the harvest found in European folklore.

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