Plural of alastor; multiple avenging spirits, demons, or curses from classical mythology or literature.
The plural form of 'alastor' (Greek ἀλάστωρ), following standard English pluralization. Used when discussing multiple vengeful spirits or curses, particularly in classical or literary contexts.
In ancient Greek thought, families could be haunted by not just one but multiple alastors—generations of curses stacked on top of each other, which explains why so many Greek tragedies involve families doomed to repeat terrible fates!
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