Euterpe (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A monocotyledonous genus of graceful palm trees in tropical America.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

• Genus Euterpe

Hypernyms

• Liliopsid Genus

Meaning ²

(Greek mythology) the Muse of music (or the flute).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

• The poet's lyrics were said to be inspired by Euterpe, the Muse of music, who whispered melodies in his ear.
• In the painting, Euterpe was depicted playing a flute, surrounded by a chorus of singing nymphs.
• The musician's talent was attributed to the guidance of Euterpe, who had gifted him with a beautiful voice.
• The composer's symphony was dedicated to Euterpe, the patron deity of music and poetry.
• The artist's sculpture of Euterpe showed the Muse playing a double flute, her face serene and her eyes closed in rapture.