Synonyms for lyra


Grammar : Noun
Spell : lahy-ruh
Phonetic Transcription : ˈlaɪ rə


Définition of lyra

  • As in carillon : noun set of bells
Example sentences :
  • An example of a double star is to be found in the constellation of Lyra.
  • Extract from : « Aether and Gravitation » by William George Hooper
  • I wonder that Lyra is satisfied with this interpretation, and follows it.
  • Extract from : « Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II » by Martin Luther
  • A name in the Frith of Forth for the dragonet or gowdie (Callionymus lyra).
  • Extract from : « The Sailor's Word-Book » by William Henry Smyth
  • Every half-hour we are about ten thousand miles nearer to the constellation of Lyra.
  • Extract from : « Tracks of a Rolling Stone » by Henry J. Coke
  • Orpheus's lute was placed in the heavens as the bright constellation Lyra.
  • Extract from : « Stories of Old Greece and Rome » by Emilie Kip Baker
  • These are all diligently collected and particularly mentioned by Lyra.
  • Extract from : « Commentary on Genesis, Vol. I » by Martin Luther
  • Let those therefore who wish to know more about them consult Lyra.
  • Extract from : « Commentary on Genesis, Vol. I » by Martin Luther
  • Lyra explains it as signifying signs of rains and storms, etc.
  • Extract from : « Commentary on Genesis, Vol. I » by Martin Luther
  • Annie moved with him toward Lyra, who was joking with some of the hands.
  • Extract from : « Annie Kilburn » by William Dean Howells
  • Jack Wilmington joined Lyra in urging Annie to take his place.
  • Extract from : « Annie Kilburn » by William Dean Howells

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