Electra Definition & Meaning

electra
noun
  1. (Greek mythology) the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra; persuaded her brother (Orestes) to avenge Agamemnon's death by helping her to kill Clytemnestra and her lover (Aegisthus)

"Electra" in song lyrics

See how electra is used in real songs:

  • "Pam Anderson, Anna Nicole, Carmen Electra"
    Celph Titled & Buckwild — Miss Those Days
  • "Just giving problem's, trying to trick me to marriage like Carmen Electra"
    Chino XL f/ Shaunta — Sorry
  • "Jay Electra"
    Jay Electronica — Exhibit C

Usage tips for "electra"

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