osiris

/əˈsaɪrɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

In ancient Egyptian religion, the god of the afterlife, fertility, and the underworld.

“The Egyptians believed that Osiris was responsible for guiding the spirits of the dead to the afterlife.”

2. proper noun

The capital city of the Egyptian province of Beheira, located in the Nile Delta.

“Osiris is a major agricultural center in Egypt, known for its production of cotton and other crops.”

Synonyms

  • Anubis
  • Isis
  • Ra

Antonyms

  • Bastet