English → Latin
“cyclops” in Latin
cyclōpsA cyclops; a one-eyed giant from Greek and Roman mythology.opsstrength, power, power to help, property; resources, wealth, riches; assistance, help, aid, support
The English word cyclops itself goes back to Latin cyclōps.
Riddle & Arnold A Copious and Critical English–Latin Lexicon, 1864
cyclops
cyclops, opis (κύκλωψ), in the sing. especially the Cyclops Polyphemus (Hor., and Ov.).
Quick answer
- What is the Latin word for cyclops?
- The usual Latin words for “cyclops” are cyclōps, ops. The right choice depends on the sense; see the distinctions below.
Entry from J. E. Riddle & T. K. Arnold, A Copious and Critical English–Latin Lexicon (rev. C. Anthon, New York: Harper, 1864), digitised by Fergus J. P. Walsh, CC BY-SA 4.0; Latin markup adapted by latindictionary.co.