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n. - (Greek mythology) ancient god of the sun.

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  • The name Helena is derived from the Greek word Helios meaning sun or light.
  • Just wait until she discovers who the serial killers are, and New Orleans magnate Victor Helios is involved.
  • After working for a time as a bookseller, Muybridge began his career as a photographer, calling himself 'Helios' - the name of the ancient sun-god (...)
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