Meaning of the word Dionysus in English

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Dionysus

US /ˌdaɪ.əˈnaɪ.səs/
UK /ˌdaɪ.əˈnaɪ.səs/
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Noun

the ancient Greek god of wine, winemaking, grape cultivation, fertility, ritual madness, ecstasy, and theater. He is also known as Bacchus in Roman mythology.

Example:
The cult of Dionysus involved ecstatic rituals and dramatic performances.
Ancient Greek plays were often performed during festivals dedicated to Dionysus.
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