danaid

/ˈdænɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A woman in ancient Greek mythology who was one of the 50 daughters of Danaus and the mother of Belus and Agenor, or more broadly, a woman who is a descendant of Danaus.

“The ancient Greek poet wrote about the danaid, a mythical figure from the region’s rich cultural heritage.”

Synonyms

  • daughters of Danaus
  • mythical women

Antonyms

  • male descendants of Danaus
  • sons of Aegyptus