Ulysses

/juːˈlɪsiz/ noun

Definition

The Latin name for Odysseus, the hero of Homer's 'Odyssey,' or the title of James Joyce's modernist novel, or a name given to people.

Etymology

The Latin form of Greek 'Odysseus,' possibly from 'odyssomai' (to be angry or create enmity). The name has ancient Greek roots but became famous through Roman literature.

Kelly Says

James Joyce's 'Ulysses,' published in 1922, follows the events of one day in Dublin and is considered one of the greatest novels ever written, even though many people find it almost impossible to read because Joyce made up new words and used incredibly complex language!

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