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Ictian

Mythology
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

Ictian refers to a mythical or legendary sea, possibly linked to themes of dreams and love.

Detailed Definition
The term 'Ictian' in the poem suggests a mythical or legendary sea that may symbolize a boundary between reality and dreams. It is used in conjunction with Moirin, indicating a place where the speaker's beloved is submerged in a deep, honeyed slumber. This adds a layer of mystique and depth to the emotional landscape of the poem, evoking feelings of loss and longing.
Example
Example in poetry:
"But none so deep as the honeyed slumber Of Moirin drowned in the Ictian Sea" (mythological sea or figure); "The Ictian waves embraced her" (myth); "Ictian shores of legend" (geographical); "The Ictian Sea, blue and deep" (visual); "Sailors feared the Ictian currents" (folklore)
Additional Notes
The mention of the Ictian Sea enriches the poem's imagery and emotional resonance, linking it to the themes of dreams and love.; Found in the poem, The Hill-Winds by Nora Hopper Chesson
Also Known As
Ictian sea ancient strait poetic waters marine realm
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