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uraeus

Syllabification: (u·rae·us)
Pronunciation: /yo͝oˈrēəs/

Definition of uraeus

noun (plural uraei /yo͝oˈrēˌī, -ˈrēˌē/)

  • a representation of a sacred serpent as an emblem of supreme power, worn on the headdresses of ancient Egyptian deities and sovereigns.

Origin:

mid 19th century: modern Latin, from Greek ouraios, representing the Egyptian word for 'cobra'

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