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  1. Harpy - Wikipedia

    In Greek and Roman mythology, a harpy (plural harpies, Ancient Greek: ἅρπυια, romanized: hárpyia, [1][2] pronounced [hárpyːa]; Latin: harpȳia[3]) is a half-human and half- bird mythical …

  2. Harpy - World History Encyclopedia

    Jun 20, 2022 · A harpy, also known as a harpyia (pl. harpyiai), is a part-bird, part-woman monster in Greek mythology. Known as the 'Hounds of Zeus,' they were the personification of storm …

  3. Harpie - definition of Harpie by The Free Dictionary

    Define Harpie. Harpie synonyms, Harpie pronunciation, Harpie translation, English dictionary definition of Harpie. n. pl. Har·pies 1. Greek Mythology One of several loathsome, voracious …

  4. HARPY Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of HARPY is a foul malign creature in Greek mythology that is part woman and part bird.

  5. Harpy | Greek Mythology, Meaning & Symbolism | Britannica

    Harpy, in Greco-Roman classical mythology, a fabulous creature, probably a wind spirit. The presence of harpies as tomb figures, however, makes it possible that they were also …

  6. Harpies: Storm Spirits and Winged Women | History Cooperative

    Oct 4, 2022 · Harpies are thought to be some of the most disgusting monsters that have emerged from Greek mythology. Their name meant ‘snatchers’ for their role in taking things away from …

  7. Harpies - Greek Mythology

    The Harpies were mythical monsters in Greek mythology, having the form of a bird and a human face. They carried evildoers to be punished by the Erinye...