Word
pandora
Phoneticspan·do·ra
/pænˈdɔɹə/
Definitions
01Greek mythology
n. the first woman in Greek stories who opened a box and accidentally let all the world's problems escape.
n. the first human woman in Greek mythology, created by Hephaestus, who opened a jar (often called a box) that released all the evils of humanity.
“In the old story, Pandora opened the box because she was curious about what was inside.”
“The myth of Pandora serves as a classic cautionary tale regarding the dangers of unchecked curiosity and the origin of human suffering.”
Teaching tip
Learners will most often encounter this name in the idiom 'to open Pandora's box', meaning to start a process that causes many unexpected problems.
02astronomy
n. a small moon that travels around the planet Saturn.
n. an inner satellite of Saturn that acts as a shepherd moon for the planet's F Ring.
“Scientists used the space probe to take clear photos of Pandora, one of Saturn's moons.”
“Pandora is notable in orbital mechanics for its gravitational interaction with Prometheus, which helps maintain the stability of Saturn's thin F Ring.”
Technical
03a type of fish
n. a silver or reddish sea fish found in the Mediterranean and Atlantic.
n. any marine fish belonging to the genus Pagellus, particularly the common pandora (Pagellus erythrinus).
“The restaurant served grilled pandora with lemon and fresh herbs.”
“The common pandora is a popular target for Mediterranean fisheries due to its delicate flavour and consistent market demand.”
Technical
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