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Lachesis
[ lach-uh-sis ]
noun
, Classical Mythology.
- the Fate who determines the length of the thread of life.
Lachesis
/ ˈlækɪsɪs /
noun
- Greek myth one of the three Fates
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Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Lachesis1
via Latin from Greek, from lakhesis destiny, from lakhein to befall by lot
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Example Sentences
Clotho draws the thread, Lachesis turns the wheel, and Atropos cuts the string asunder when spun to a due length.
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Lachesis is represented with a spindle, Clotho with the thread, and Atropos with shears, with which she cuts it off.
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Charles made his adieux to Clotho and Lachesis, and departed at the other end of the room.
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There is a charming representation of Lachesis, which depicts her in all the grace of youth and beauty.
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Lachesis from his face thought him a boy, But counting his victories she thought him full of years.
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