An·tae·us ( n-t   s)n. Greek Mythology A giant wrestler who could not be defeated as long as he remained in contact with the earth. Hercules defeated him by lifting him off the ground. |
Antaeus [ænˈtiːəs]
n
(Myth & Legend / Classical Myth & Legend) Greek myth an African giant who was invincible as long as he touched the ground, but was lifted into the air by Hercules and crushed to death
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