Noun: netherworld 'ne-dhu(r),wurld
- (religion) the underworld or abode of the dead in Hebrew theology
"Ancient myths often described heroes journeying through the netherworld";
- Hell, Hades, infernal region, Sheol, underworld
Derived forms: netherworlds
Type of: fictitious place, imaginary place, mythical place
Encyclopedia: Netherworld