moira

/ˈmɔɪrə/
noun
  1. In Greek mythology, one of the three goddesses of fate who control human destiny.
    • In ancient stories, Moira spun the thread of life for every person.
    • The hero prayed to Moira for a long and prosperous life.
    • According to legend, even the gods could not change what Moira had decided.
  2. A person's fate or destiny, especially something that is inevitable or predetermined.
    • He accepted his moira with grace, believing everything happened for a reason.
    • She felt it was her moira to become a teacher, just like her grandmother.
    • The old sailor spoke of his moira as if it were written in the stars.
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