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![]() ![]() The HoraeThe Horae, whose name literally means the "Hours," are three goddesses in Greek mythology who are said to control orderly life. Traditionally, there are thought to be two generations, or sets, of Horae: Thallo, Auxo, and Carpo—the goddesses of spring, summer, and autumn—and Eunomia, Dike, and Eirene, charged with maintaining the stability of society. In addition, there are the 12 tutelary goddesses also called hours, each of which presides over an hour of the day. Who parented the Horae? More... Discuss |
somber discuss | |
Definition: | (adjective) Grave or even gloomy in character. |
Synonyms: | melancholy |
Usage: | The Colonel, with little sense of humor and of the fitness of things, related a somber episode of those dark and bitter days. |
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Nice narration and use of dictionaries on-line to have students check for possible unknown words online. It is an idea with lots of potential.
Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Berta, a feloow B4B
PCSI: classe préparatoire "physique chimie science de l'ingénieur" première année, après le baccalauréat.
J'espère que vos étudiants utilisent souvent cet emplacement.
À bientôt!
Paul
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