"Phryne" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: From Ancient Greek Φρύνη (Phrúnē), from φρύνη (phrúnē, “toad”), a nickname often given to prostitutes of the time. Etymology templates: {{der|en|grc|Φρύνη|}} Ancient Greek Φρύνη (Phrúnē) Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Phryne
  1. (historical) An Ancient Greek courtesan of the 4th century BC, reputedly the model for Praxiteles' Aphrodite of Cnidus and famously tried for the capital charge of impiety, during which trial she allegedly bared her breasts before the judges. Wikipedia link: Gustave Boulanger, Jean-Léon Gérôme Tags: historical Categories (topical): Ancient Greece, Human behaviour, Individuals
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