Associations to the word «Silenus»

Wiktionary

SILENUS, proper noun. (Greek mythology) A companion and tutor to the wine god Dionysus.

Dictionary definition

SILENUS, noun. Any of the minor woodland deities who were companions of Dionysus (similar to the satyrs).
SILENUS, noun. The chief satyr in the service of Bacchus; father of Dionysus; usually depicted as drunk and jolly and riding a donkey.

Wise words

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