Circe

[sur-see] /ˈsɜr si/
noun
1.
Also, Kirke. Also called Aeaea. Classical Mythology. the enchantress represented by Homer as turning the companions of Odysseus into swine by means of a magic drink.
2.
a dangerously or irresistibly fascinating woman.
Related forms
Circean, Circaean
[ser-see-uh n] /sərˈsi ən/ (Show IPA), adjective
British Dictionary definitions for Circe

Circe

/ˈsɜːsɪ/
noun
1.
(Greek myth) an enchantress who detained Odysseus on her island and turned his men into swine
Derived Forms
Circean (sɜːˈsɪən) adjective
Word Origin and History for Circe
n.

enchantress of the isle of Aea who transformed into swine those who drank from her cup ("Odyssey"), late 14c., from Latin Circe, from Greek Kirke. Related: Circean.

Circe in Culture
Circe [(sur-see)]

In classical mythology, a powerful sorceress who turned people into swine. On the way home from Troy, the crew of Odysseus fell prey to her spells.