Meaning of Rhea in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈriə/

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1. Noun

   Rhea

   Etymology

   early 19th century: modern Latin (genus name), from the name of the Titan Rhea

   Definitions

   1. fertility goddess in ancient Greek mythology

   Examples

   • « wife of Cronus and mother of Zeus »
   • « identified with Roman Ops and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor »
2. 2. smaller of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed

   Examples

   • « found from Peru to Strait of Magellan »
3. 3. larger of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed

   Examples

   • « found from Brazil to Patagonia »