philomel

[ fil-uh-mel ]

noun

, Literary.

1. the nightingale.

philomel

/ ˌfɪləʊˈmiːlə; ˈfɪləˌmɛl /

noun

1. poetic names for a nightingale

Word History and Origins

Origin of philomel¹

1350–1400; earlier Philomele, Philomela (< Middle French philomèle ) < Latin Philomēla < Greek Philómēla Philomela; replacing Middle English Philomene < Medieval Latin Philomēna, dissimilated variant of Philomēla

Word History and Origins

Origin of philomel¹

C14 philomene, via Medieval Latin from Latin philomēla, from Greek

Example Sentences

Allende has a deal with Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers, for three picture books.

From Seattle Times

“The passage of time, how children relate to waiting, and patience are the themes at play in my newest book for children,” Curtis said in a statement released Thursday by Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers.

From Seattle Times

“Ben & Emma’s Big Hit,” published by Philomel books, comes out Tuesday.

From Seattle Times

The 54-year-old governor said parenting his own children, who also have learning issues, inspired him to work with Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House, after noticing a lack of picture books designed for young dyslexic children learning to read.

From Los Angeles Times

“And if you can stand Philomel’s cooking,” he went on, “though I might try to get her mother while you are here. Do you think she would come?” turning to Mariequita.

From Literature