Theseus refers to the legendary Athenian hero known for slaying the Minotaur and navigating the labyrinth. As a proper noun, it denotes a specific mythic figure in classical literature and modern references (e.g., books, films, and place names). The pronunciation emphasizes two syllables with stress on the first: THĒ-syo͞os, aligning with Greek-derived proper noun conventions.
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