janus

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Noun janus has 1 sense

Janus - (Roman mythology) the Roman god of doorways and passages; is depicted with two faces on opposite sides of his head
--₁ is a kind of Roman deity

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Janus

Definitions:

Noun:

1. In Roman mythology, a god with two faces, each looking in opposite directions, representing beginnings and endings, doorways and transitions.

2. A person who has two contrasting or contradictory aspects to their personality.

Adjective:

1. Of or related to the ancient Roman god Janus.

2. Having two contrasting or contradictory aspects.

Example Sentences:

Noun:

1. In Roman mythology, Janus was the god of doorways and beginnings.

2. She is a janus, always shifting between her cheerful and gloomy personalities.

Adjective:

1. The decorative gate had intricate carvings of Janus' face.

2. His janus nature makes it hard to know what to expect from him.

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