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circean

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Cir⋅ce

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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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Cir·ce   (sûr'sē)   
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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