Calydonian

/ˌkælɪˈdoʊniən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to ancient Calydon or the famous Calydonian Boar Hunt from Greek mythology; descriptive of events or participants in that legendary hunt.

Etymology

Derived from Greek Kalydon with the suffix -ian (relating to). The most famous reference is the Calydonian Boar Hunt, an epic quest in Greek mythology involving heroes from across Greece.

Kelly Says

The Calydonian Boar Hunt was like ancient Greece's Avengers team-up—Atalanta, Meleager, and other heroes gathered to fight one incredibly angry magical boar. Meleager won, but it ended in tragedy because of a curse!

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