Adamastor
nounmasculineliterário/ɐdɐmɐʃˈtɔɾ/rare
a·da·mas·tor
Definition
A mythological giant, personification of the stormy forces and dangers of the Cape of Good Hope, created by Camões in The Lusiads.
Adamastor appears in Camões's epic poem as a terrifying figure.
The statue of Adamastor in Lisbon is a popular landmark.
Common collocations
the figure of Adamastorthe myth of Adamastor
Etymology
Do grego Adamástor, personagem mitológica criada por Luís de Camões.