Remus

noun

Re·​mus ˈrē-məs How to pronounce Remus (audio)
: a son of Mars slain by his twin brother Romulus

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The embryos that would become the animals Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi were then implanted to grow inside large dogs and delivered by cesarean section. Marina Bolotnikova, Vox, 10 Apr. 2025 Dire wolves brought back: See photos of Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi Colossal also used the technology to give birth to four red wolves, an endangered species. Mike Snider, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025 The three wolves brought to life by the company — Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi — emulate many unmistakable dire wolf characteristics, seen in their size, skull shape, and stunning white coats. Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025 Three healthy pups with dire wolf traits were born, which the company named Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi. Joe Hernandez, NPR, 8 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Remus

Word History

Etymology

Latin

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Remus was in the 13th century

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“Remus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Remus. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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