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labyrinthal


Meanings
  • noun

    A complex, intricately designed structure, typically maze-like, that provides a challenging yet rewarding experience to navigate.


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labyrinthian
Etymology
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From the Greek word 'labyrinthos', meaning 'a maze' or 'labyrinthine', derived from 'labrys', meaning 'a double-headed axe'. The term may have originated from the legend of the Labyrinth, a mythical maze-like construction designed by the architect Daedalus and inhabited by the Minotaur.


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  1. The term 'labyrinth' is often used metaphorically to describe complex situations or processes, such as a person's emotional state or a complex problem to be solved.

  2. The Labyrinth of Crete, where the Minotaur was said to dwell, was believed to have been a real structure, although its exact location remains a mystery.

  3. In some traditions, walking a labyrinth is believed to be a spiritual practice, with the journey through the maze representing a symbolic pilgrimage or journey of self-discovery.


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  1. maze: A complex and intricate structure designed to confuse or challenge those who navigate through it. Labyrinths and mazes are closely related concepts, with labyrinths often featuring a more spiritual or symbolic significance.

  2. minotaur: A mythical creature with the head of a bull and the body of a man, often depicted as inhabiting the Labyrinth in Greek mythology.


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In literature and art, labyrinths are often used as symbols of complexity, challenge, or even spiritual growth. The labyrinth is a common motif in Greek mythology and has been featured in various works of literature, including Dante's 'Divine Comedy' and James Joyce's 'Ulysses'.

How to Memorize "labyrinthal"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a complex maze or labyrinth with winding paths and dead ends. Imagine yourself navigating through the maze, making turns and encountering challenges along the way.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'labyrinth' with the idea of a complex challenge or puzzle. Remember that it is a maze-like structure with a rewarding experience at its center.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'Labyrinth: A Beautiful, Intricate, Rewarding, Thrilling, Hidden, Navigational, Tempting, Maze' to remember the meaning of the word.


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