Daedalic
/diːˈdælɪk/noun
Characterized by the intricate, skillful, or maze-like workmanship associated with Daedalus.
Did you know?In Greek mythology, Daedalus was famed as an inventor, sculptor, and architect whose labyrinth was built to imprison the Minotaur.
Etymological Timeline
Archaic Greek
Greek
δαίδαλος (daídalos)
“Skillfully wrought, elaborate, or finely crafted; also used as an epithet of Daedalus.”
Classical Greek
Greek
Δαίδαλος (Daídalos)
“Daedalus, the mythic master craftsman and architect.”
Classical Greek
Greek
δαιδάλειος (daidáleios)
“Relating to Daedalus or characterized by elaborate workmanship.”
17th Century
English
daedalic
“Pertaining to Daedalus or displaying intricate artistic craftsmanship.”
Modern English
English
daedalic
“Highly intricate, skillful, or maze-like in design.”