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circaean

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Cir⋅ce

  [sur-see]
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–noun
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.
Related forms:
Cir⋅ce⋅an, Cir⋅cae⋅an  [ser-see-uhn] , adjective
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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.

The American Heritage® New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition
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