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Momus [ˈməʊməs] n pl -muses, -mi [-maɪ]
1. (Myth & Legend / Classical Myth & Legend) Greek myth the god of blame and mockery 2. a cavilling critic ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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They agreed to appoint Momus as judge, and to abide by his decision. Neither is it ill air only that maketh an ill seat, but ill ways, ill markets; and, if you will consult with Momus, ill neighbors. "I say, Tom," cried East, having hit on a new idea, "don't you remember, when we were in the upper fourth, and old Momus caught me construing off the leaf of a crib which I'd torn out and put in my book, and which would float out on to the floor, he sent me up to be flogged for it? |
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