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charon

 

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Noun charon has 1 sense
  1. Charon - (Greek mythology) the ferryman who brought the souls of the dead across the river Styx or the river Acheron to Hades
    --1 is a kind of
    ferryman

Definitions from the Web

Charon

Noun

  1. A figure in Greek mythology, known as the ferryman of Hades who transports the souls of the dead across the river Styx to the afterlife.
  2. A natural satellite of the fictional planet Pluto, named after the mythological figure Charon.
  3. An individual who serves as a guide or facilitator during transitional phases.

Sample Sentences:

  1. According to Greek mythology, Charon was known for ferrying the souls of the deceased to the underworld.
  2. The moon Charon orbits around the dwarf planet Pluto in a synchronous rotation.
  3. During times of change, it is helpful to have a mentor or charon to provide guidance and support.

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