In Greek mythology, the Ourea (, plural of , or 'Oûros') were the parthenogenetic offspring of Gaia (Earth), produced alongside Uranus (Sky), and Pontus (Sea).

According to Hesiod:

Defined by Middle Liddell as from οὖρος "mountain, hill; mule; a guard."

Notes

References

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