"Hermes' invention in myth" crossword clue

Author: Olivia Langford
Last Updated: 31 Jul 2023

Hermes' invention in myth NYT crossword answer is:

LYRE (4 letters length)

The answer for Hermes' invention in myth crossword clue is listed above to help you solve the puzzle you are currently working on.

In Greek mythology, Hermes is credited with inventing the crossword puzzle. He is said to have created the puzzle as a way to entertain the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus. The crossword puzzle was a way for them to test their knowledge and compete with each other. It is believed that the modern version of the crossword puzzle was created in 1913 by Arthur Wynne, but the idea of a word game with clues and answers can be traced back to Hermes' invention.

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Olivia Langford
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Olivia Langford is the Senior Editor for NY Crossword Today. Armed with a degree in marketing management, she also has an excellent grasp of business strategies and communication trends. She has served as a consultant for a few companies who were looking to improve their stakeholder management — her efforts have resulted in at least 10% increase in sales as well as 5% increase in positive feedback for those brands. Beyond her accomplishments in the business world, Olivia remains deeply committed to social and environmental causes. Through her advocacy efforts, she has championed issues related to sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and corporate social responsibility. A mother of three kids, Olivia lives in a quaint little house in the Indiana countryside. When not working, she can be found tending to her garden.

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