noun

Hephaestus

hih-FEES-tuhs

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In Greek mythology, the god of fire, metalworking, and craftsmen, who forged weapons and tools for the other gods.

"Hephaestus was said to have built his forge inside a volcano."

"Ancient Greek blacksmiths sometimes prayed to Hephaestus before starting a difficult job."

How to Use Hephaestus

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe Greek god of fire and blacksmithing — the Roman equivalent is Vulcan.

Easily confused with

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_____ was said to have built his forge inside a volcano.

From Ancient Greek Hēphaistos, a name whose origin predates Greek itself and is not fully understood.