Epic poem originally passed down orally Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · 37-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 23, 2026 · 37-Across · 5 letters
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a Greek epic poem (attributed to Homer) describing the siege of Troy
noun
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