Zephyr (Noun)
Meaning 1
(Greek mythology) the Greek god of the west wind.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The gentle breeze on the summer day was reminiscent of Zephyr, the Greek god of the west wind, who was known for his soothing caress.
- In Greek mythology, Zephyr was often depicted as a handsome youth, carrying a bouquet of flowers and bringing warmth and comfort to those in his path.
- As the sun began to set, Zephyr's gentle whispers rustled the leaves of the trees, signaling the end of another day.
- The poet's words were as light and airy as Zephyr's breath, carrying the reader away on a journey of imagination and wonder.
- According to legend, Zephyr's love for the nymph Chloris was so strong that he transformed her into the goddess of flowers, and their union brought forth the beauty of spring.
Meaning 2
A slight wind (usually refreshing); "the breeze was cooled by the lake"; "as he waited he could feel the air on his neck".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- On a hot summer day, a gentle zephyr rustled through the trees, providing welcome relief from the heat.
- The zephyr blowing in from the ocean carried the sweet scent of saltwater and seaweed.
- As she sat on the patio, she felt the zephyr lift her hair, carrying with it the whispers of distant conversations.
- The zephyr that swept through the city streets was strong enough to blow away loose trash but gentle enough not to disturb pedestrians.
- In the stillness of the morning, a soft zephyr rustled the leaves of the garden, signaling the start of a new day.