Argus

Other forms: Arguses

Definitions of Argus
  1. noun
    (Greek mythology) a giant with 100 eyes; was guardian of the heifer Io and was slain by Hermes
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    giant
    an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength; appears in folklore and fairy tales
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