Meaning of the word oedipus in English

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oedipus

US /ˈɛd.ə.pəs/
UK /ˈiː.dɪ.pəs/

Noun

a mythical Greek king of Thebes who unwittingly killed his father and married his mother

Example:
The tragedy of Oedipus is a classic example of Greek drama.
The story of Oedipus explores themes of fate and free will.
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