silenus
/saɪˈliːnəs/
noun
- In Greek mythology, a woodland god or satyr, often depicted as an old, drunken, and wise companion of Dionysus.
- The sculptor carved a statue of Silenus with a wine cup in his hand.
- The ancient vase showed Silenus riding a donkey, surrounded by dancing maenads.
- In the play, Silenus stumbles onto the stage, laughing and singing a bawdy song.
- A type of butterfly (genus Silenus) found in tropical regions.
- The field guide listed the silenus as a rare visitor to this forest.
- The silenus butterfly has striking blue and black markings on its wings.
- We spotted a silenus fluttering near the orchid garden.