e/Orithya

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has glosseng: Orithya, "woman raging in the mountains", was the daughter of Marpesia. Upon the death of her mother, Orithya became the new queen of the Amazons. She co-ruled with Antiope, who some authorities say was her sister. She is famous for her perpetual virginity. Her war techniques were outstanding and brought much honor to the Amazon empire.
lexicalizationeng: Orithya
instance of(noun) (Greek mythology) one of a nation of women warriors of Scythia (who burned off the right breast in order to use a bow and arrow more effectively)
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