Leucippe (en. Leucippus)

/lɶ.ˈki.p/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Daughter of the island of Lesbos, often associated with mythological stories.
Leucippe was known for her beauty and wisdom in ancient stories.
Leucippe était connue pour sa beauté et sa sagesse dans les histoires anciennes.
A character linked to various legends, often involved in love stories.
In some tales, Leucippe is loved by a hero.
Dans certains récits, Leucippe est aimée d'un héros.
A character that can symbolize purity and light, deriving from 'leucos' in Greek.
Leucippe represents light in mythology.
Leucippe représente la lumière dans la mythologie.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek 'leukos', meaning 'white' or 'light', and 'hippos', meaning 'horse'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Leucippe in mythology
Often refers to legends and tales involving this character.
Leucippe dans la mythologie
Beauty of Leucippe
Used to describe a rare and captivating beauty.
Beauté de Leucippe

Related Words

leucos
A Greek word meaning 'white' or 'light'.
leucos
nymph
A female mythological creature depicted as beautiful and attractive.
nymphe

Slang Meanings

Can be used to describe a sweet and bright person.
She is so Leucippe today, always radiant!
Elle est si Leucippe aujourd'hui, toujours rayonnante!
Used to describe something pure or innocent.
It's a Leucippe idea, totally innocent and beautiful.
C'est une idée Leucippe, totalement innocente et belle.