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  1. Chimera (mythology) - Wikipedia

    The term "chimera" has come to describe any mythical or fictional creature with parts taken from various animals, to describe anything composed of disparate parts or perceived as wildly …

  2. CHIMERA Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of CHIMERA is a fire-breathing female monster in Greek mythology having a lion's head, a goat's body, and a serpent's tail. How to use chimera in a sentence.

  3. Chimera | Description & Story | Britannica

    5 days ago · Chimera, in Greek mythology, a fire-breathing female monster resembling a lion in the forepart, a goat in the middle, and a dragon behind. In art the Chimera is usually …

  4. Chimera – Mythopedia

    Mar 22, 2023 · The Chimera, one of the terrifying offspring of Typhoeus and Echidna, was a hybrid monster made up of the body parts of a lion, a goat, and a snake. Many sources …

  5. The Chimera in Mythology: Myths, Legends and Powers

    Apr 16, 2024 · The chimera, or "chimaira," is a term in Greek mythology that refers to a hybrid animal made up of parts from different creatures. Traditionally, it is depicted as a fusion of a …

  6. The Myth of the Chimera: A Creature Born of Conflict

    Feb 9, 2025 · The Chimera is one of the most fascinating creatures in Greek mythology, often depicted as a monstrous hybrid that embodies chaos and conflict. With its lion’s head, goat’s …

  7. Chimera in Greek Mythology – Paleothea

    Sep 3, 2024 · The Chimera stands as a testament to the rich complexity and imaginative depth of Greek mythology. A creature born out of the most fearful parts of other creatures, its origins …

  8. The Myth of the Chimera

    Mar 7, 2025 · The myth of the Chimera illustrates the human fascination with creatures that defy natural law, often embodying cultural anxieties or warnings. Its tale is a part of the larger …

  9. CHIMERA (Khimaira) - Three-Headed Monster of Greek Mythology

    In Greek mythology the Chimera was a three-headed monster which ravaged the countryside of Lycia. It was a bizarre fire-breathing creature with the body and head of a lion, a goat's head …

  10. Chimera: The Hybrid Monster in Greek Myth and Its Symbolism

    Explore the myth of the Chimera, its symbolism, and cultural impact in art and literature. Discover the hybrid monster's fascinating legacy!