a Phoenician prince who killed a dragon and planted its teeth, from which sprang a multitude of warriors who fought among themselves until only five remained, who joined Cadmus to found Thebes
Derived forms
Cadmean (ˈCadmean)
adjective
Cadmus in American English
(ˈkædməs)
noun
Classical Mythology
a Phoenician prince and founder of Thebes: he kills a dragon and sows its teeth, from which many armed men rise, fighting each other, until only five are left to help him build the city
Word origin
Gr Kadmos
Examples of 'Cadmus' in a sentence
Cadmus
Despite his skills with his employees, stepping into Cadmus 's shoes wasn't always easy.
Clive Barker GALILEE (2001)
Cadmus studied it for more than a little time; especially the penultimate paragraph.
Clive Barker GALILEE (2001)
Loretta made all the introductions, and then returned to the party, leaving Cadmus king of his own court.