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Muse

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ˈmuzɐ/mu·sa

Definitions

2
1

In Greco-Roman mythology, each of the nine goddesses who presided over the arts and sciences.

Usage examples

Calliope was the Muse of epic poetry.
Renaissance artists invoked the Muses.
2

Woman who serves as inspiration for an artist or poet.

Usage examples

She was the muse of several painters of the time.
The poet dedicated the sonnet to his muse.