What is another word for vestal virgins?

Pronunciation: [vˈɛstə͡l vˈɜːd͡ʒɪnz] (IPA)

Vestal Virgins were priestesses of the Roman goddess Vesta, who were tasked with maintaining the sacred fire in her temple. Synonyms for Vestal Virgins include 'Vestales' which is their Latin name and is derived from 'Vestal' which means 'of Vesta', 'Flame-keepers' and 'Priestesses of Vesta'. In ancient Roman times, these women were also referred to as 'chaste maidens', 'holy virgins', and 'sacred virgins'. Another synonym for Vestal Virgins is 'argenteae virgines', meaning 'silver maidens' as they wore silver belts and were considered very noble and pure. These priestesses had a high status in society and were highly respected for their dedication to the goddess and their task.

What are the hypernyms for Vestal virgins?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Votaries, celibates, maidens, worshippers, priestesses, consecrated women, Attendants of the gods, Chaste women, Keepers of the flame, Servants of the temple.

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