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Pegasus

Pegasus

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Definition: Pegasus is the famous winged horse of Greek mythology. Born from the bleeding body of his mother Medusa when Perseus chopped off her head, Pegasus sprang forth with a warrior named Chrysaor on his back.
Poseidon was the father of Pegasus.
The Greek hero Bellerophon tamed and rode Pegasus. In the end, Pegasus went to Mount Olympus bringing thunder and lightning to Zeus.
Common Misspellings: Pegasis

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