/ˈhɛlɛn/ (HEH-len)

Definitions

1. noun

a woman’s name, especially in Greek mythology, associated with the goddess of the moon and the patron deity of the city of Sparta

“The play ‘Helen of Troy’ tells the story of the legendary queen Helen.”

2. proper noun

the name of a woman, especially one from the United States, of Greek descent or ancestry

“Helen is a Greek-American who lives in New York City.”

3. verb

to shine or give off light in a bright and steady way, especially in reference to the moon

“The full moon helened brightly in the night sky.”