nintu

/ˈnɪntuː/

Definitions

1. noun

In Mesopotamian mythology, the Sumerian goddess of childbirth and fertility, often depicted as the consort of Enki.

“The ancient Sumerians worshipped a range of deities, including the goddess Nintu, who was revered for her role in fertility and childbirth.”

Synonyms

  • fertility goddess
  • goddess

Antonyms

  • barrenness
  • infertility