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Classical World Etymology: Origin of Contemporary Metaphors in Language

Achilles' Heel

Janus-Faced

Midas Touch

Pandora's Box

 

Many of the expressions that we find in language today can be found in Classical Mythology i.e. the words & phrases, usually metaphors, can be sourced back to stories, personalities & attributes of characters within the classical world. Here is a quick list and etymology of some of those common words/phrases.

Achilles’ Heel:

 

Read about the myth of Achilles here

Argus-Eyed:

Janus-Faced:

Midas Touch:

Siren’s Song:

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