1. Calypso

noun. (Greek mythology) the sea nymph who detained Odysseus for seven years.

Rhymes with Calypso

• avasso
• haso
• loiseau
• tasso
• torso

How do you pronounce calypso?

Pronounce calypso as kəˈlɪpˌsoʊ.

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Sentences with calypso

1. Noun, singular or mass
Also, the flute, guitar and bass may be included in calypso ensembles.

2. Adjective
The Caribbean island of Trinidad contains a wealth of calypso music history.

Quotes about calypso

1. Huh,"Leo said. "Well, if you ever get off this island and want a job, let me know. You're not a total klutz."She smirked. "A job, eh?"Making things in your forge?""Nah, we could start our own shop,"Leo said, surprising himself. Starting a machine shop had always been one of his dreams, but he'd never told anyone about it. "Leo and Calypso's Garage: Auto Repair and Mechanical Monsters.
- Rick Riordan, The House of Hades

2. She held up her calloused, grimy fingers. Leo couldn't help thinking there was nothing hotter than a girl who didn't mind getting her hands dirty. But of course, that was just a general comment. Didn't apply to Calypso. Obviously.
- Rick Riordan, The House of Hades

3. As his raft skimmed over the water, taking him back to the mortal world, he understood a line from the Prophecy better-an oath to keep with a final breath.He understood how dangerous oaths could be. But Leo didn't care."I'm coming back for you, Calypso,"he said to the night wind. "I swear it on the River Styx.
- Rick Riordan

2. calypso

noun. ['kəˈlɪpˌsoʊ'] rare north temperate bog orchid bearing a solitary white to pink flower marked with purple at the tip of an erect reddish stalk above 1 basal leaf.