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Λάμια^ [α^], ,
A.a fabulous monster said to feed on man's flesh, a bugbear to frighten children with, Ar.V.1177, Duris 17 J., etc.
II. λάμια, , a fierce shark, Arist.HA540b18, Gal.6.727, Plin.HN9.78; cf. λάμνα, λάμβαι.
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  • Cross-references in general dictionaries from this page (2):
    • Aristophanes, Wasps, 1177
    • Pliny the Elder, Naturalis Historia, 9.78
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