Sappho

[ saf-oh ]

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

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British Dictionary definitions for Sappho

Sappho

/ (ˈsæfəʊ) /


noun
  1. 6th century bc, Greek lyric poetess of Lesbos

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Cultural definitions for Sappho

Sappho

[ (saf-oh) ]


An ancient Greek poet known for her love lyrics.

Notes for Sappho

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

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