scylla (Meaning)
scylla (n)
(Greek mythology) a sea nymph transformed into a sea monster who lived on one side of a narrow strait; drowned and devoured sailors who tried to escape Charybdis (a whirlpool) on the other side of the strait
scylla (n.)
A dangerous rock on the Italian coast opposite the whirpool Charybdis on the coast of Sicily, -- both personified in classical literature as ravenous monsters. The passage between them was formerly considered perilous; hence, the saying Between and Charybdis, signifying a great peril on either hand.
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scylla Sentence Examples
- Odysseus faced a treacherous choice between Scylla, the six-headed sea monster, and Charybdis, a whirlpool.
- The narrow passage between the towering cliffs of Scylla and the swirling Charybdis posed a formidable challenge to ancient mariners.
- The legends of Scylla and Charybdis served as cautionary tales against the dangers lurking in uncharted waters.
- Sailors feared the jagged teeth of Scylla and the relentless suction of Charybdis, which could devour ships whole.
- Scylla's victims were said to be transformed into seagulls, their mournful cries haunting the Strait of Messina.
- The legend of Scylla has been immortalized in literature, art, and mythology, as a symbol of the perils of the sea.
- Sailors often prayed to the gods for protection against Scylla, offering sacrifices and seeking divine favor.
- The threat of Scylla and Charybdis represented a metaphorical dilemma, where one must choose between two equally undesirable options.
- Modern sailors still regard the Strait of Messina with a degree of apprehension, mindful of the ancient legends of Scylla and Charybdis.
- The legend of Scylla and Charybdis continues to captivate imaginations, reminding us of the unpredictable nature of the sea and the challenges that lie in our path.
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(Greek mythology) a sea nymph transformed into a sea monster who lived on one side of a narrow strait; drowned and devoured sailors who tried to escape Charybdi
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Odysseus faced a treacherous choice between Scylla, the six-headed sea monster, and Charybdis, a whirlpool.
The narrow passage between the towering cliffs of Scylla and the swirling Charybdis posed a formidable challenge to ancient mariners.
The legends of Scylla and Charybdis served as cautionary tales against the dangers lurking in uncharted waters.
Sailors feared the jagged teeth of Scylla and the relentless suction of Charybdis, which could devour ships whole.
