called also Dionysus
Latin, from Greek Bakchos
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Words from Greek and Roman Mythology...
A mythological/etymological mashup!
Just what does that 'ae' say?
How to talk about an insect's antennae with confidence. Sort of.
bacchius
Bacchus
bacciferous
“Bacchus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bacchus. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about Bacchus
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