Remus

/ˈriːməs/ noun

Definition

In Roman mythology, one of the twin brothers (along with Romulus) said to have founded Rome.

Etymology

From Latin 'Remus,' of uncertain origin but possibly from Etruscan. Part of the legendary founding myth of Rome, possibly based on historical individuals.

Kelly Says

The legend says Remus was killed by his brother Romulus in a dispute over the city's walls—this founding myth of Rome built on fratricide shows how ancient cultures used dark stories to explain their origins!

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