Pyrrhus

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A male given name from Ancient Greek.
  2. Pyrrhus of Epirus, the king of Epirus (319–272 BCE) who defeated Romans in several battles, but sustained heavy losses (Pyrrhic victories).

Pronunciation

/ˈpaɪɹəs/ /ˈpɪɹəs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-Pyrrhus.wav

Word forms

Pyrrhus

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Πύρρος (Púrrhos).

Derived words

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