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Cephalus

American

[sef-uh-luhs] / ˈsɛf ə ləs /

noun

Classical Mythology.

the husband of Procris.

-cephalus British

combining form

denoting a cephalic abnormality

hydrocephalus

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Etymology

Origin of -cephalus

New Latin -cephalus; see _-cephalic

Example Sentences

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Procris had given Cephalus a javelin that never failed to strike what it was aimed at.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

Cephalus looking keenly around saw something move in the thicket ahead and threw the javelin.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

Cephalus, however, had quickly come to his senses and realized the poor part he had played.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

This malicious suggestion drove Cephalus mad with jealousy.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

She did not give in; she only did not firmly oppose him, but that was enough for Cephalus.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

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