Igraine

noun

: the wife of Uther and mother of King Arthur

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Sometimes she’s even portrayed as Arthur’s half-sister as the daughter of Arthur’s mother, Igraine, and her first husband, Gorlois. Sophie Hanson, StyleCaster, 15 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Igraine was in the 15th century

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“Igraine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Igraine. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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