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Greek Entertainer In Tormenting Heat Needs A Draught Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
HETAIRA which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
HETAIRA
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "HETAIRA" which means:
- noun
- • A highly cultivated hired female companion who would entertain upper-class male clients and might perform sex acts for them.
- • A mistress.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The ancient greeks had a class of hetairas, who were high-class courtesans."
- • "Phryne was a famous hetaira of ancient greece."
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| The Guardian Cryptic24 Sep 2010 | Across 21 | |
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