Huntress who married Hippomenes Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Saturday, December 9, 2000 · 26-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, December 9, 2000.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 9, 2000 · 26-Across · 8 letters
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A huntress and heroine in Greek mythology, renowned for her great speed and strength; depending on the version of the myth, either the daughter of Iasus (a prince of Arcadia) by Clymene or of King Schoeneus of Boeotia.
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