Perseus Definition

perseus
noun
  1. (Greek mythology) the son of Zeus who slew Medusa (with the help of Athena and Hermes) and rescued Andromeda from a sea monster
  2. a conspicuous constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Auriga and Cassiopeia and crossed by the Milky Way

"Perseus" in song lyrics

See how perseus is used in real songs:

  • "Merciless, flying winged horses like Perseus"
    Mr. Lif — Datablend
  • "acrisius and perseus"
    AOL — AOL
  • "aeschines perseus"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "perseus"

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