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helios

/ˈhiːli.oʊs/
he · li · os
Adjective:heliacal
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• noun

1

In ancient Greek religion and mythology, the Titan god and personification of the sun, often depicted driving a four-horse chariot across the sky each day.

Example

"The famous Colossus of Rhodes was a monumental bronze statue erected in honor of the Greek sun god Helios."

2

The sun, especially when referenced in poetic, astronomical, or classical contexts.

Example

"Ancient poets often praised the golden rays of Helios for bringing warmth and life to the harvest fields."

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• Nearby Words

helicopter
helideck
heliopsis
helios
heliotrope
heliotropium
helipad

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek Hēlios, meaning 'the sun' and serving as the name of the Titan sun god, ultimately derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *sóh₂wl̥ ('sun').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Helios. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/helios
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