Definition of Cerberus

1. Noun. (Greek mythology) the three-headed dog guarding the entrance to Hades; son of Typhon.

Exact synonyms: Hellhound
Category relationships: Greek Mythology
Generic synonyms: Mythical Creature, Mythical Monster

Definition of Cerberus

1. n. A monster, in the shape of a three-headed dog, guarding the entrance into the infernal regions, Hence: Any vigilant custodian or guardian, esp. if surly.

Definition of Cerberus

1. Proper noun. (Greek mythology) The three-headed dog who guards the entrance to Hades; and one of the many offspring of Echidna and Typhon. ¹

2. Proper noun. (constellation) A former constellation of the northern sky, near Hercules. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Cerberus

Ceratophyllum
Ceratophyllus
Ceratopogon
Ceratopsia
Ceratopsidae
Ceratopteris
Ceratopteris pteridioides
Ceratopteris thalictroides
Ceratostomataceae
Ceratostomella
Ceratostomella ulmi
Ceratotherium
Ceratotherium simum
Cerberean
Cerberian
Cerberus (current term)
Cercidiphyllaceae
Cercidiphyllum
Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Cercidium
Cercidium floridum
Cercis
Cercis canadenis
Cercis occidentalis
Cercomonas
Cercopidae
Cercopithecoidea
Cercopithecus aethiops pygerythrus
Cercopithecus aethiops sabaeus
Cercopithecus talapoin

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