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Phoenix - Basic Information on Phoenix

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Phoenix from the Aberdeen Bestiary Project

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Definition: Phoenix was the son of Amyntor and possibly Hippodamia. Phoenix taught Achilles and then accompanied him to Troy in the Trojan War. He was also involved in the Calydonian Boar Hunt. Phoenix is also the name of a fantastic bird.
Pronunciation: fee'-niks • (noun)
Alternate Spellings: Phoinix

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