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–noun

c620–c565 b.c., Greek poet, born in Lesbos.

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Greek lyric poet considered one of the greatest poets of antiquity although only fragments of her romantic lyrics survive.

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sappho
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the Greek lyric poet of Lesbos; much admired although only fragments of her poetry have been preserved (6th century BC)

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Sappho [(saf-oh)]

An ancient Greek poet known for her love lyrics.

Note: The word lesbian is derived from the island of Lesbos, the birthplace of Sappho, who was a homosexual.

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Sappho

Sap"pho\, n. [See Sapphic.] (Zo["o]l.) Any one of several species of brilliant South American humming birds of the genus Sappho, having very bright-colored and deeply forked tails; -- called also firetail.

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