Ichor
/ˈaɪ.kɔːr/noun
In Greek mythology, ichor is the ethereal fluid that flows in the veins of the gods.
Did you know?In ancient tales, ichor was said to grant immortality, linking it to the secret of life and the essence of the divine.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἰχώρ
“The fluid in the veins of immortals, believed to confer their divine nature.”
14th Century
Middle English
ichor
“Adopted from Latin and Greek, referring to the blood of gods or divine essence.”
Modern English
English
ichor
“Used to describe a mystical or divine fluid, emphasizing its connection to the supernatural.”
19th Century
English
ichor
“Became a term in literature and poetry to evoke a sense of the otherworldly.”