Olympus
[uh-lim-puh s, oh-lim-] /əˈlɪm pəs, oʊˈlɪm-/
noun
1.
Mount, a mountain in NE Greece, on the boundary between Thessaly and Macedonia: mythical abode of the greater Grecian gods. 9730 feet (2966 meters).
2.
a mountain in NW Washington: highest peak of the Olympic Mountains. 7954 feet (2424 meters).
/əʊˈlɪmpəs/
noun
1.
Mount Olympus, a mountain in NE Greece: the highest mountain in Greece, believed in Greek mythology to be the dwelling place of the greater gods. Height: 2911 m (9550 ft) Modern Greek name Ólimbos
2.
Mount Olympus, a mountain in NW Washington: highest peak of the Olympic Mountains. Height: 2427 m (7965 ft)
3.
a poetic word for heaven
high mountain in Thessaly, abode of the gods, from Greek Olympos, of unknown origin. The name was given to several mountains, each seemingly the highest in its district.
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