Amalthean

English

Etymology

From Amalthea +‎ -n.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /æməlˈθiːən/

Adjective

Amalthean

1. (mythology) Of or relating to Amalthea or Amaltheia, foster-mother of Zeus, in Greek mythology.
2. (astronomy) Of or relating to the Jovian moon named for Amalthea.

Noun

Amalthean (plural Amaltheans)

1. (science fiction) A native or inhabitant of Amalthea.