lemures

The word “lemures” has 3 syllables: le-mu-res

It's pronounced as /ˈlɛmjʊˌriːz/


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Synonyms for lemures

Meanings of lemures

  • noun
    1. The spirits or ghosts of the dead in the Roman mythology, considered as troublesome unless exorcised or appeased.

Example Sentences

  • In ancient Roman belief, lemures haunted the homes of the living if not properly appeased.
  • Rituals were performed during Lemuria to banish lemures from households.
  • The poet wrote of lemures wandering the night in search of peace.
  • Offerings of black beans were made to silence the lemures in Roman tradition.
  • The ghostly presence in the tale resembled the lemures of old Roman legends.

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