Zu

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A Mesopotamian storm god: Zu is a deity from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, often depicted as a divine bird or as having avian features, and associated with storms, wind, and theft.
Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • The myth describes Zu stealing the Tablets of Destiny.
    • In the artwork, Zu is shown as a giant bird.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Myth of Zu": Refers to the specific ancient narrative in which the god Zu rebels against the chief gods.
    • Scholars study The Myth of Zu to understand Mesopotamian cosmology.
Variants and Related Words
  • Anzu: An alternative name for the same deity, more commonly used in some texts.
    • The epic is sometimes called The Myth of Anzu.
Synonyms
  • Storm deity: A general term for a god associated with storms and weather.
  • Divine thief: A descriptive term referencing the god's most famous mythological act.
Related Phrases
  • "Like Zu": A literary phrase suggesting a sudden, powerful, or thieving action.
    • The eagle descended like Zu to snatch the fish from the water.
Noun
  1. evil storm god represented as a black bird

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