Meaning Of The Word Calydonian boar

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Calydonian boar in American English
a boar sent by Artemis to scourge the fields of Calydon and killed by Meleager

Calydonian boar in British English
noun: a savage boar sent by Artemis to destroy Calydon, a city in Aetolia, because its king had neglected to sacrifice to her. It was killed by Meleager, the king's son

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