Oedipus
/ˈɛdɪpəs/
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Oedipus, of Greek origin, derives from 'oidi' (swell) and 'pous' (foot), meaning 'swollen foot'. It is most famously associated with the tragic hero from Greek mythology who solved the riddle of the Sphinx and unwittingly fulfilled a prophecy of patricide and incest. The name carries connotations of intelligence, bravery, and tragic fate.
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