Promethean
Pronunciation : Pro*me"the*an
Part of Speech : a.
Etymology : [L. Promethus: cf. F. prom?th?en.]
Definition : 1. Of or pertaining to Prometheus. See Prometheus. "Promethean fire." Shak.
2. Having a life-giving quality; inspiring.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
Pronunciation : Pro*me"the*an
Part of Speech : n.
Definition :
(Old Chem.) (a) An apparatus for automatic ignition. (b) A kind of lucifer match.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913