Synonyms of silenus

Noun


1. silenus, Greek deity

usage: any of the minor woodland deities who were companions of Dionysus (similar to the satyrs)

2. Silenus

usage: the chief satyr in the service of Bacchus; father of Dionysus; usually depicted as drunk and jolly and riding a donkey

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Definition and meaning of silenus (Dictionary)