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enkidu

 

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Noun enkidu has 1 sense
  1. Enkidu - legendary friend of Gilgamish
    --1 is a kind of
    mythical being

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Enkidu

Noun:

Sense: Mythology

Enkidu was a semi-divine character in ancient Mesopotamian mythology who was created by the gods to be the companion of Gilgamesh.

Sample Sentence: In the Epic of Gilgamesh, Enkidu starts off as a wild man who becomes a trusted friend and companion to the hero.

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Noun:

Sense: Literature

Enkidu is a fictional character and one of the main protagonists in the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient Sumerian poem.

Sample Sentence: The transformation of Enkidu from a primitive being to a noble individual is a central theme in the Epic of Gilgamesh.

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Proper Noun:

Enkidu can also refer to a given name given to boys, inspired by the legendary character from ancient Mesopotamian mythology.

Sample Sentence: Enkidu's parents were fascinated by the epic tale of Gilgamesh and chose to name their son after the heroic companion.

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Adjective:

When used as an adjective, Enkidu refers to something resembling or relating to the character Enkidu or the myths in which he appears.

Sample Sentence: The protagonist's wild and Enkidu-like behaviors revealed his uncivilized nature.

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