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词汇 Anancy
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Definition of Anancy in English:

Anancy

nounəˈnɑːnsiˈənansi
Caribbean
  • The name of a legendary male personage originally occurring in Akan mythology and subsequently playing a role in numerous Caribbean folktales, having the form of a spider and being noted for his cunning and trickery.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Bosman's New Description of the Coast of Guinea. From Akan ananse spider.

Definition of Anancy in US English:

Anancy

noun
Caribbean
  • The name of a legendary male personage originally occurring in Akan mythology and subsequently playing a role in numerous Caribbean folktales, having the form of a spider and being noted for his cunning and trickery.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Bosman's New Description of the Coast of Guinea. From Akan ananse spider.

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