English dictionary

Proteus

/'pr/oU/t/i//@/s/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

(Greek mythology) a prophetic god who served Poseidon; was capable of changing his shape at will

noun.person

Source: WordNet 3.0
type genus of the Proteidae

noun.animal

Synonyms genus proteus

Source: WordNet 3.0
A sea god in the service of Neptune who assumed different shapes at will. Hence, one who easily changes his appearance or principles.

noun

Source: webster1913