phoenix

US /ˈfinɪks/

UK /ˈfi:nɪks/

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noun

  • Mythical bird that was burned but rose from ashes
  • A mythical bird that cyclically regenerates or is otherwise born again.
  • A small constellation in the southern sky.
  • The capital and largest city of the state of Arizona.
  • A symbol of immortality or rebirth.
  • A person or thing that has been restored after suffering great destruction.