Vocabulary
Huit (8)
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In mathematics, a fallen 8 (∞, the lemniscate) represents infinity;
In music, the octave system, represented by notes like C-D-E-F-G-A-B-C, echoes the concept of infinity associated with the number eight.
As the musical scale reaches the eighth note, it cycles back to a higher or lower pitch, symbolizing regeneration and cyclicality.
This interpretation of 8 may be related to the representation of the Caduceus (where two snakes form several figure eights) as stability or balance of opposing forces and the Ouroboros, an ancient symbol depicting a serpent biting its own tail. It represents infinite immortality, continuity, self-fertilization, and eternal return.
Huître
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Our emblem, originating from the subtle pronunciation nuance between "huit" and "huître" in french.
any of a number of bivalve molluscs with rough irregular shells. Several kinds are eaten (especially raw) as a delicacy and may be farmed for food or pearls.
something that is or can be readily made to serve one's personal ends
“ the world was her oyster ”
According to mythology, Venus (known as Aphrodite in Greek mythology) was born from the sea foam and emerged from an oyster shell.
“Why, then, the world's mine oyster,
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The proverb first appeared in Shakespeare's play 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' published in 1602. In Act II, a character named Falstaff says: “I will not lend thee a penny,” to which Pistol replied:
“Why, then, the world's mine oyster, Which I with sword will open.”
8/25
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beyond seven days and twenty-four hours.
Otto e mezzo
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(in Italian) eight and a half, 8 1/2. The title of a remarkable avant-garde surrealist film directed by Fellini.
The resemblance in the name serves as both a tribute to surrealist cinema and Fellini.
the Ouroboros and the Caduceus
