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Eleusinian mysteries

Pronunciation: /ˌɛljuːˈsɪnɪən/

Definition of Eleusinian mysteries

noun

  • the annual rites performed by the ancient Greeks at the village of Eleusis near Athens in honour of Demeter and Persephone.

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