𒀊𒍪

Sumerian

Etymology

From 𒀊 (ab, “sea”) +‎ 𒍪 (zu, “to know”)

Noun

𒀊𒍪 (ab-zu /abzu/)

  1. The "sentient sea", the personification of the sea as a god.
  2. Mythological underground fresh water ocean, home of the god Enki.
  3. A water-basin shrine in many Mesopotamian temples.

Alternative forms

Synonyms
  • (underground waters): 𒇉 (engur)

References
  • “𒀊𒍪 (abzu)” in ePSD2
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