jungfrau

/ˈjʊŋˌfrɔɪ, ˈjʊŋˌfrɑʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A mountain in the Bernese Alps, Switzerland, and the third-highest peak in the Alps.

“The group of climbers finally reached the summit of the Jungfrau.”

2. noun

A mythical female companion or lover of a god, especially in Greek mythology.

“In ancient Greek mythology, the Jungfrau of Apollo was believed to be the goddess Eos.”

Synonyms

  • companion
  • femme fatale
  • mountain

Antonyms

  • enemy
  • valley