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Definitions

Proper Noun

1. 1
   The goddess of lyric poetry, particularly erotic poetry, eroticism, and mimic imitation, and one of the Muses; the daughters of Zeus & Mnemosyne. Usually depicted with a crown/wreath of myrtle and roses, holding a lyre and a golden arrow and doves. Often accompanies Eros/Cupid. Greek
2. 2
   62 Erato, a main belt asteroid.

Synonyms

All synonyms

afflatusapolloapollo musagetesartistic imaginationbragicalliope

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Ἐρατώ (Eratṓ).

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