(Greek mythology) Greek god of war; son of Zeus and Hera; identified with Roman Mars
"When reading the ancient texts aloud, she paused to explain that Ares was the fierce Greek god of war known for his brutal battles."
plural of are
"The farmer measured his three new fields and found they totaled five ares in area."
The god of war, son of Zeus and Hera, brother Hephaestus, sister Eris, who is his companion. Attended by his sons, (to Aphrodite), Deimos and Phobos, and old war-goddess Enyo.
"In the epic fresco, Ares stands amidst a chaotic battlefield, flanked by his fearsome sons Deimos and Phobos as they charge forward with him to lead the assault."