endymion

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Synonyms: encomion, entomion

Antonyms: encomion, entomion

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Proper noun

1. {{lb|en|Greek mythology}} A man described variously as a handsome [[Aeolian]] shepherd, hunter, or king, who was loved by [[Selene]] or [[Artemis]] (the two being often conflated) and was said to rule and live at [[Olympia]] in [[Elis]], as well as venerated and said to reside in [[Caria]], southwest [[Asia Minor]], on Mount Latmus.
2. {{lb|en|astronomy}} {{w|342 Endymion}}, an asteroid.
3. {{lb|en|astronomy}} A crater on the [[Moon]].

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