"Neæra" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈnɛ.iːɹə/ [Received-Pronunciation]
Etymology: An attributive use of Ancient Greek Νέαιρα (Néaira, “Neæra”), a nymph of Greek mythology. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|grc|Νέαιρα||Neæra}} Ancient Greek Νέαιρα (Néaira, “Neæra”) Head templates: {{head|en|noun}} Neæra
  1. (meaning uncertain) A woman of great pulchritude.
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