polyhymnia

• Nom propre se référant à Polymnie, la muse grecque du chant, de la mimique et de la danse sacrée.

A proper noun referring to the Muse of singing, mime, and sacred dance in Greek mythology.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Muse of Sacred Poetry and DanceC2formal

   In Greek mythology, the Muse who presides over sacred poetry, hymns, and dance.

   Polymnie (Muse de la poésie sacrée et de la danse)

   • Polyhymnia is often depicted as a serious and pensive figure.
   • Ancient poets would invoke Polyhymnia for inspiration in composing hymns.
   • In art, Polyhymnia is shown with a finger to her mouth, a gesture of contemplation.