Sibyl Definition

sibyl
noun
  1. a woman who tells fortunes
  2. (ancient Rome) a woman who was regarded as an oracle or prophet

"Sibyl" in song lyrics

See how sibyl is used in real songs:

  • "cumaean sibyl"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what is a sibyl"
    AOL — AOL
  • "who was the cumaean sibyl"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "sibyl"

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