Labyrinth

/ˈlab.(ə)ɹ.ɪnθ/ noun verb

A maze-like structure built by Daedalus in Knossos, containing the Minotaur.

Meaning

  1. (noun) A maze-like structure built by Daedalus in Knossos, containing the Minotaur.
  2. (noun) Part of the inner ear.
  3. (noun) Anything complicated and confusing, like a maze.
  4. (noun) Any of various satyrine butterflies of the genus Neope.
  5. (verb) To enclose in a labyrinth, or as though in a labyrinth.
  6. (verb) To arrange in the form of a labyrinth.
  7. (verb) To twist and wind, following a labyrinthine path.
  8. (verb) To render lost and confused, as if in a labyrinth.

Letter breakdown

  • Labyrinth contains 9 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 7 consonant(s).
  • It uses 9 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 3.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 17.

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What does Labyrinth mean?

A maze-like structure built by Daedalus in Knossos, containing the Minotaur.

How many letters are in Labyrinth?

Labyrinth has 9 letters.

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