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Utnapishtim

Description:

Utnapishtim is a mythical character from ancient Mesopotamian mythology. He is the central figure in the epic of Gilgamesh, known for being the survivor of the Great Flood. Utnapishtim was granted immortality by the gods and hidden away to live beyond the reach of mankind.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. Mythical character from ancient Mesopotamian mythology who survived the Great Flood

Usages:

Utnapishtim, as a noun, is used to refer to the character from the epic of Gilgamesh.

Examples:

1. In the Epic of Gilgamesh, Utnapishtim was the only human granted immortality.

2. Gilgamesh embarked on a perilous journey to find the hidden abode of Utnapishtim.

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