Meaning & use
Daedalus
A skilled craftsman and inventor in Greek mythology who built the Labyrinth and wings for himself and his son Icarus.
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According to legend, Daedalus escaped Crete by flying on wings made of feathers and wax.
The myth of Daedalus warns against ignoring wise advice out of pride.
A note on using this word
"Dedalus" is a common alternate spelling, also used as the surname of Stephen Dedalus, the protagonist of James Joyce's novels.
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