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Hermes

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In Greek mythology, the messenger god associated with travel, trade, and communication.
"Hermes was said to move between the mortal world and Mount Olympus carrying messages from Zeus."

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In plain EnglishThe Greek god of travel, trade, and messages, often shown with winged sandals.

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Hermae plural

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From Ancient Greek Hermês, a name of disputed and possibly pre-Greek origin.

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