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Janus

ja·nus

US/ˈd͡ʒeɪnəs/ uncommon rare

noun

1.

(Roman mythology) the Roman god of doorways and passages; is depicted with two faces on opposite sides of his head

Origin

From Latin Iānus (“the Roman god Janus”).

Phrases

  • Janus cat
  • Janus green B
  • Janus particle
  • Janus word

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