Definition of Cerberus

Cer´be`rus
n.1.(Class. Myth.) A monster, in the shape of a three-headed dog, guarding the entrance into the infernal regions, Hence: Any vigilant custodian or guardian, esp. if surly.
2.(Zool.) A genus of East Indian serpents, allied to the pythons; the bokadam.


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Aides, Aidoneus, Charon, Cora, Despoina, Dis, Dis pater, Erebus, Hades, Hel, Kore, Loki, Minos, Orcus, Osiris, Persephassa, Persephone, Pluto, Proserpina, Proserpine, Rhadamanthus, Satan, bandog, guard dog, watchdog

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