Leander Definition & Meaning

leander
noun
  1. (Greek mythology) a youth beloved of Hero who drowned in a storm in the Hellespont on one of his nightly visits to see her

"Leander" in song lyrics

See how leander is used in real songs:

  • "first baptist church leander"
    AOL — AOL
  • "city of leander"
    AOL — AOL
  • "goodwill leander"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "leander"

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