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Amycus

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[am-i-kuhs] / ˈæm ɪ kəs /

noun

Classical Mythology.

  1. a son of Poseidon and one of the Meliae, known for his ruthlessness and his skill at boxing.

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Following the resignation of the previous Muggle Studies teacher, Alecto Carrow will take over the post while her brother, Amycus, fills the position of Defense Against the Dark Arts professor.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

“We can push it off on the kids,” said Amycus, his piglike face suddenly crafty.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

“I dunno, do I? Shut it!” snarled an uncouth voice that Harry knew was that of the Carrow brother, Amycus.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

The few Ravenclaws who had remained behind sprinted for the stairs as Amycus burst over the threshold, brandishing his wand.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

Amycus bellowed, shaking the door for all he was worth, but still it did not open.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

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