phoenix
noun
A mythological bird that cyclically burns itself to death and is reborn from the ashes; a person or thing that rises from destruction; a constellation.
Etymology
From Greek phoinix, possibly meaning "crimson" or related to Egyptian benu, the sacred heron of the sun god Ra.
Examples in Use
- 1.
"Like a phoenix, the city rose from the ashes of war."
- 2.
"Her career had a phoenix-like rebirth after years of obscurity."
- 3.
"The phoenix symbolizes resurrection and immortality."
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Fun Fact
The phoenix myth appears in many cultures: the Greek phoenix, Egyptian bennu, Chinese fenghuang, and Native American thunderbird. All represent the cycle of death and renewal.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 7 letters (P, H, O, E, N, I, X)
Scrabble Value: 19 points
Tip: Try building from common prefixes or suffixes when you spot these letters.
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