leda
Definition
Proper noun 1. A figure from Greek mythology: Leda is a queen of Sparta. According to the myth, she was seduced or raped by Zeus, who had transformed himself into a swan. From this union, she is said to have given birth to Helen of Troy (and, in some versions of the myth, also to Clytemnestra, Castor, and Pollux).
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- In the famous myth, Leda was visited by Zeus in the form of a swan.
- Many Renaissance paintings depict the scene of Leda and the Swan.
- Helen of Troy, the cause of the Trojan War, was the daughter of Leda.
Advanced Usage
- "Leda and the Swan": This is the standard titular phrase referring to the mythological episode. It is commonly used in discussions of art, literature, and classical mythology.
- The poem "Leda and the Swan" by W.B. Yeats offers a modern interpretation of the ancient myth.
Variants and Related Words
- N/A: As a proper noun from mythology, "Leda" does not have standard grammatical variants (like adjectives or verbs). It is a specific name.
Synonyms
- Mythological queen: (This is a descriptive synonym, not a direct name substitute.)
- Mother of Helen: (This is a descriptive reference based on her role in the myth.)
Related Phrases
- N/A: There are no common phrasal verbs or idioms using this proper noun.
Related Idioms
- N/A: There are no common idioms based on this proper noun.
Noun
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(Greek mythology) a queen of Sparta who was raped by Zeus who had taken the form of a swan; Helen of Troy was conceived in the rape of Leda
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