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Cerberus

Ancient Greek and Roman mythology
Ancient Greek and Roman mythology

Phraseologism: Cerberus.

Meaning: A ferocious, vigilant guardian.

Origin: From ancient Greek mythology. Cerberus - a three-headed dog sitting at the entrance to the kingdom of Hades - the underground abode of the dead. When one head sleeps, the others are awake. He lets everyone freely into Hades, but does not let anyone out.

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What's in a name?

Meaning:

Reluctance to share any personal information about yourself.

Origin:

From an untitled poem (***, 1830) by A. S. Pushkin (1799-1837): "What is in my name for you? // It will die like a sad noise // Waves splashing on a distant shore // Like a sound night in the dense forest ... "

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