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Cerceis

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In Greek mythology, Cerceis (Ancient Greek: Κερκηίς Kerkêis) was one of the Oceanids, daughters of the Titans of the Sea, Oceanus and Tethys.[1] Her name means "of the weaving shuttle" from kerkis or "gorgeous in form".[2] Thus, Cerceis was described as being lovely with a beautiful form.[3]

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  1. ^ Hesiod, Theogony 355
  2. ^ Bane, Theresa (2013). Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology. McFarland, Incorporated, Publishers. p. 246. ISBN 9780786471119.
  3. ^ Bane, Theresa (2013). Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology. McFarland, Incorporated, Publishers. p. 199. ISBN 9780786471119.

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