Greek Myths Flashcards
Isthmus
a thin strip of land that links two larger pieces of land
Kine
cows
lea
Open area of grassland
oracle
someone who is very wise or can predict the future
osier
a small willow tree
Pan Pipes
instrument made with pipes cut at different lengths
Plough Shares
the main cutting blade of a plough
prophecy
a prediction
scacrifice
when an animal or a person is killed in honor of a god
bier
a stand on which a corpse or coffin is placed
castanets
small, curved pieces of wood that click together for music
destiny
future events predetermined by fate
fetters
chains used to keep someone prisoner
impious
wicked
pretender
a person who claims a title is rightfully theirs
Prophecy
A prediction
Sacrifice
When an animal or person is killed in honor of a god
Scythe or sickle
A tool with a long, curved blade used for cutting crops
Servitude
Slavery
Sinew
Tough, stringy tissue that connects muscle to bone
Smote
To strike
Strife
Conflict
Syrinx
A set of pan-pipes
Woo
To try to win a woman’s heart
