Pronunciation: [vˈiːnəs] (IPA) 
The word "Venus" is spelled as /ˈviːnəs/ according to IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced as "vee," with a long "ee" sound. The second syllable is pronounced with a short "nuh" sound, followed by a short "s" sound. The letter "u" in the second syllable is silent. "Venus" is the Roman goddess of love and beauty, and the planet named after her is the brightest object in the sky after the sun and moon.
Venus is a noun with multiple definitions depending on the context in which it is used.
In Greek mythology, Venus is the Roman goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. She is often depicted as a beautiful woman and is considered to be the counterpart of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. Venus represents love and desire, and is commonly associated with passion, sensuality, and romantic relationships.
In astronomy, Venus refers to the second planet from the Sun and is the closest planet to Earth. It is named after the Roman goddess due to its bright and radiant appearance in the sky. Venus is often referred to as Earth's sister planet, as it is similar in size and composition but experiences extreme temperatures and atmospheric conditions. It is known for its dense atmosphere composed mainly of carbon dioxide, which creates a greenhouse effect and raises the surface temperature to extreme levels. Venus is also characterized by its thick cloud cover, which obscures its surface and makes it difficult to observe from telescopes.
Additionally, Venus can refer to a variety of other concepts or entities such as Venus flytrap (a carnivorous plant), Venus de Milo (a famous ancient Greek statue), Venus symbol (a representation of femininity), or Venus razor (a brand of women's razors), among others, depending on the context in which it is used.
1. Sexual intercourse. 2. Copper, in old chemistry.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
In anc. myth., the goddess of beauty and love; the planet second in distance from the sun.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word Venus has its origins in ancient Roman mythology. It is derived from the Latin word Venus, which is the name of the Roman goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. In Roman mythology, Venus is considered equivalent to the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The etymology of the Latin word Venus is uncertain, but it is believed to have possibly originated from the Proto-Indo-European root *wen- or *wenos, which means to desire, love, or strive for.
