American English pronunciation
How to pronounce hydra
IPA transcription: ['haɪdɹə]
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Noun
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(Greek mythology) monster with nine heads; when struck off each head was replaced by two new ones
“Hydra was slain by Hercules”
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a long faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near the equator stretching between Virgo and Cancer
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trouble that cannot be overcome by a single effort because of its many aspects or its persistent and pervasive quality
“we may be facing a hydra that defies any easy solution”
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small tubular solitary freshwater hydrozoan polyp
Usage examples
- Hydraulic power drum brakes were specified front and rear.
- From mathematics, he began to understand hydraulics, as well as astronomy.
- Because she is diabetic, a low-carbohydrate diet is recommended.
- Wheels had a dual hydraulic and rubber suspension.
- Because she is diabetic, a low-carbohydrate diet is recommended.
- Because she is diabetic, a low-carbohydrate diet is recommended.
- The hydrated form is safer to handle.
- Breast milk contains complex proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and other biologically active components.
- Because she is diabetic, a low-carbohydrate diet is recommended.
- Because she is diabetic, a low-carbohydrate diet is recommended.