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Aesculapius


The ancient Roman god of medicine, whose staff with a snake curled around it is commonly used as a symbol of medicine. According to mythology, Aesculapius's children included Hygeia, the goddess of health, and Panaceia, the goddess of healing.
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Aesculapius


(n) son of Apollo; a hero and the Roman god of medicine and healing; his daughters were Hygeia and Panacea
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Aesculapius


The god of medicine. Hence, a physician. Origin: L. Aesculapius, Gr. (01 Mar 1998)
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Aesculapius


(Roman god) The god of medicine and healing. Greek counterpart: Asclepius
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Aesculapius


Latinized form of Asklepios.
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