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Cir·ce 
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| 1. | Also, Kirke. Also called Aeaea. Classical Mythology. the enchantress represented by Homer as turning the companions of Odysseus into swine by means of a magic drink. |
| 2. | a dangerously or irresistibly fascinating woman. |
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| Cir·ce
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n. Greek Mythology A goddess who turned Odysseus's men temporarily into swine but later gave him directions for their journey home. Cir'ce·an (sûr'sē-ən, sər-sē'ən) adj. |
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| circe | |
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| (Greek mythology) a sorceress who detained Odysseus on her island and turned his men into swine |
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Circe [(sur-see)]
In classical mythology, a powerful sorceress who turned people into swine. On the way home from Troy, the crew of Odysseus fell prey to her spells.
[Chapter:] Mythology and Folklore
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