Lachesis
proper noun | /lachesis/
In Greek mythology, one of the three Fates, who measured the thread of each person’s life; the name is also associated with destiny.
Lachesis
proper noun | /lachesis/
Advanced WordsVERY HARDIn Greek mythology, one of the three Fates, who measured the thread of each person’s life; the name is also associated with destiny.
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"In the myth, Lachesis measured the thread of the hero’s life. Means: In the myth, Lachesis determined the length of the hero’s life."
"The poet invoked Lachesis while reflecting on fate and mortality. Means: The poet referred to the mythological Fate while thinking about destiny and death."
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Lachesis is one of the Greek Fates who measures the length of a life’s thread.
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