Many-headed monster Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, September 9, 2022 · 20-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, September 9, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 9, 2022 · 20-Across · 5 letters
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(Greek mythology) monster with nine heads; when struck off each head was replaced by two new ones; "Hydra was slain by Hercules"
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