Mentor (mĕnˈtər, –tôrˌ) [key], in Greek mythology, friend of
Odysseus and tutor of Telemachus. On several occasions in the
Odyssey, Athena assumes Mentor's form to give advice to
Telemachus or Odysseus. His name is proverbial for a faithful
and wise adviser. The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6th ed.
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