Cronus
/ˈkrəʊnəs/US/ˈkroʊnəs/
Cronus proper noun: the youngest of the twelve Titans, son of Uranus and Gaia; father to the first generation of Olympian gods and goddesses.
Proper noun
Cronus
- The youngest of the twelve Titans, son of Uranus and Gaia; father to the first generation of Olympian gods and goddesses.
- The deal is: You post a photo from 10 years ago and one from now. It’s like viewing a painting of Cronus eating his children, but online.2019 January 16, Alexis C. Madrigal, “Go Ahead, Post the Stupid Photo of Yourself From 10 Years Ago”, in The Atlantic
Cronus meaning in Marathi and Odia
Cronus in Marathi
- youngest of the twelve Titans
- क्रोनस kronas
Cronus in Odia
- youngest of the twelve Titans
- କ୍ରୋନୋସ୍ kronos
Forms of Cronus
| alternative form | Cronos |
|---|---|
| alternative form | Kronos |
Origin of Cronus
Borrowed from Ancient Greek Κρόνος (Krónos), possibly from the Ancient Greek κραίνω (kraínō, “to accomplish or fulfil”).
Questions about Cronus
- What does Cronus mean?
- Cronus means the youngest of the twelve Titans, son of Uranus and Gaia; father to the first generation of Olympian gods and goddesses.
- What is Cronus in Marathi?
- Cronus in Marathi is क्रोनस (kronas). See Cronus meaning in Marathi.
- What part of speech is Cronus?
- Cronus is a proper noun.
- How do you pronounce Cronus?
- Cronus is pronounced /ˈkrəʊnəs/ (UK).
Words near Cronus in the dictionary
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