Labyrinth: meaning, definitions and examples

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labyrinth

 

[ หˆlรฆbษ™rษชnฮธ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

maze

A complex structure designed with interconnected passages and dead ends, typically used for entertainment or as a puzzle.

Synonyms

labyrinthine, maze, puzzle.

Examples of usage

  • The labyrinth at the amusement park was challenging to navigate.
  • She got lost in the labyrinth of corridors in the old castle.
Context #2 | Noun

confusion

A complicated or confusing situation with many interconnected parts or elements.

Synonyms

complex, confusing, convoluted.

Examples of usage

  • The political landscape was a labyrinth of conflicting interests.
  • Navigating the bureaucracy felt like being trapped in a labyrinth.
Context #3 | Noun

mythology

An elaborate structure with intricate passageways, often associated with Greek mythology and the Minotaur.

Synonyms

Minotaur's lair, mythical maze.

Examples of usage

  • According to legend, Theseus entered the labyrinth to confront the Minotaur.

Translations

Translations of the word "labyrinth" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น labirinto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅ‚เคฒเคญเฅเคฒเฅˆเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Labyrinth

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ labirin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะฑั–ั€ะธะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ labirynt

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฟทๅฎฎ (ใ‚ใ„ใใ‚…ใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท labyrinthe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ laberinto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท labirent

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏธ๋กœ (miro)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุงู‡ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ labyrint

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ labyrint

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฟทๅฎซ (mรญ gลng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ labirint

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรถlundarhรบs

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐะฑะธั€ะธะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ—แƒ˜ (labirinti)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ labirint

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ laberinto

Etymology

The word 'labyrinth' originates from the Greek myth of the Labyrinth of Crete, built by Daedalus to imprison the Minotaur. Over time, the term has come to represent intricate and confusing structures or situations. Labyrinths have been used symbolically in various cultures and religions, representing journeys, puzzles, or spiritual paths. The popularity of labyrinths has endured through history, with modern interpretations in art, architecture, and psychology.

See also: labyrinthine.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,559, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.