The difference between Genius loci and Muse
When used as nouns, genius loci means the minor deity or spirit watching over a particular place, whereas muse means a source of inspiration.
Muse is also verb with the meaning: to become lost in thought, to ponder.
check bellow for the other definitions of Genius loci and Muse
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Genius loci as a noun (Roman mythology):
The minor deity or spirit watching over a particular place.
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Genius loci as a noun (figuratively):
The spirit or atmosphere of a place, especially conceived as a source of artistic inspiration.
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Muse as a noun:
A source of inspiration.
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Muse as a noun (archaic):
A poet; a bard.
Examples:
"rfquotek Milton"
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Muse as a verb (intransitive):
To become lost in thought, to ponder.
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Muse as a verb (transitive):
To say (something) with due consideration or thought.
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Muse as a verb (transitive):
To think on; to meditate on.
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Muse as a verb (transitive):
To wonder at.
Examples:
"rfquotek Shakespeare"
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Muse as a noun:
An act of musing; a period of thoughtfulness.
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Muse as a noun:
A gap or hole in a hedge, fence, etc. through which a wild animal is accustomed to pass; a muset.
Examples:
"Find a hare without a muse.'' (old proverb)"