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Orcus

Noun - Mythology

1. In Roman mythology, Orcus was the god of the underworld, punisher of the wicked, and counterpart of the Greek god Hades.

Example sentence: The Romans believed that Orcus ruled over the souls of the deceased.

Noun - Zoology

1. Any of various large, carnivorous whales of the family Delphinidae, typically having a black body with white patches on the undersides and found in colder waters of the Southern Hemisphere.

Example sentence: The orcus whales are known for their breathtaking acrobatics and distinctive black and white coloration.

Noun - Astronomy

1. A large, irregular moon of the planet Pluto, discovered in 2005.

Example sentence: Orcus is one of the largest known moons in the outer regions of the solar system.

Adjective - Local

1. Of or relating to the town of Orcus or its inhabitants.

Example sentence: The Orcus festival celebrates the unique culture and traditions of the local community.

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