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Definition:

Atlantides refers to the seven daughters of Atlas and Pleione in Greek mythology. These nymphs, known as the Atlantides or the Hesperides, were said to live in the far western part of the world and possessed the golden apples that Hercules was tasked to retrieve.

Part of Speech:

Noun (plural)

Sense 1:

In Greek mythology, the Atlantides are a group of nymphs who guarded the golden apples of the Hesperides.

Sense 2:

By extension, Atlantides can refer to any female descendants or followers of Atlas.

Sense 3:

Atlantides can also be used to describe any groups of seven sisters or daughters.

Sample Sentences:

1. In the ancient tales, Hercules embarked on a perilous journey to find the hidden garden of the Atlantides.

2. The names of the Atlantides - Hesperethusa, Aegle, Arethusa, Erytheia, Hespera, Lipara, and Hyas - have been passed down through generations.

3. The Atlantides were known for their beauty and grace, captivating all who encountered them.

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