Noun hyades has 1 sense

1. Hyades - (Greek mythology) 7 daughters of Atlas and half-sisters of the Pleiades; they nurtured the infant Dionysus and Zeus placed them among the stars as a reward
   --₁ is a kind of nymph
   

Hyades

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: In Greek mythology, the Hyades were the nymphs who raised and nourished the infant god Dionysus.

Sample Sentence: The Hyades were known for their nurturing nature and played a crucial role in the upbringing of Dionysus.

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Sense 2: In astronomy, the Hyades is an open star cluster in the constellation of Taurus.

Sample Sentence: The Hyades star cluster is easily visible in the night sky, adding beauty to the constellation of Taurus.

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Sense 3: Locally, the term "hyades" is often used to refer to a group of friends who frequently hang out together.

Sample Sentence: The hyades at our school always organize amazing parties and gatherings.

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