bird of minerva

• Terme poétique archaïque désignant la chouette, notamment la chouette chevêche, sacrée pour la déesse Minerve dans la mythologie romaine et symbole de sagesse. Cette expression est rarement employée en français moderne hors contextes littéraire ou mythologique.

An archaic poetic term for the owl, particularly the little owl, which was sacred to the goddess Minerva in Roman mythology and symbolised wisdom. The phrase is rarely used in modern English outside of literary or mythological contexts.

1. C2formal

   A poetic or literary term for an owl, especially as a symbol of wisdom associated with the Roman goddess Minerva.

   oiseau de Minerve

   • The bird of Minerva is often depicted in classical art.
   • In many cultures, the bird of Minerva represents knowledge and insight.
   • The philosopher referred to the bird of Minerva as a metaphor for understanding.