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calypso

calypso
Noun
pl: calypsos

When referring to the musical genre, the term describes a vibrant, rhythmic style deeply rooted in the cultural history of Trinidad and Tobago. It often serves as a vehicle for storytelling, satire, and social critique, blending African rhythmic foundations with European melodic influences. In this sense, it is typically treated as an uncountable noun referring to the genre as a whole.

When used as a proper noun in the context of Greek mythology, Calypso refers specifically to the nymph from the Odyssey. In this mythological context, the word is a singular proper name and does not take a plural form.

Meanings

Nouncalypso

A style of Afro-Caribbean music that originated in Trinidad and Tobago, characterized by a strong rhythmic beat and often featuring social or political commentary.

The street carnival was filled with the upbeat sounds of calypso.

Nouncalypso

A Greek nymph in Homer's Odyssey who detained Odysseus on her island for seven years.

In the epic poem, Calypso attempts to persuade Odysseus to remain on Ogygia.

Examples

The street was filled with the upbeat sounds of calypso during the carnival.

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The street was filled with the upbeat sounds of calypso during the carnival.

I love how calypso music blends social commentary with a danceable beat.

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I love how calypso music blends social commentary with a danceable beat.

Let us put on some calypso and dance.

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Let us put on some calypso and dance.

The steel drums provided the perfect calypso rhythm for the beach party.

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The steel drums provided the perfect calypso rhythm for the beach party.

Calypso is a genre that truly captures the spirit of Trinidad and Tobago.

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Calypso is a genre that truly captures the spirit of Trinidad and Tobago.

Odysseus spent seven long years trapped on the island of Calypso.

History

Odysseus spent seven long years trapped on the island of Calypso.

I wonder if Calypso ever truly wanted Odysseus to leave her shores.

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I wonder if Calypso ever truly wanted Odysseus to leave her shores.

The professor explained how Calypso represents the temptation to abandon one's goals.

School Life

The professor explained how Calypso represents the temptation to abandon one's goals.

School Life

She read a passage about Calypso and her divine powers in the Odyssey.

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