What is the meaning of the word “siren” as it used in the sentence? “ we are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth - and listen to the song of the siren till she transforms us into beasts”
a. one of two types of eel-like amphibians having small forelimbs but no hind legs.
b. a female, partly human creature in greek mythology, known for luring sailors to their destruction through tempting song
c. an electronic device used to produce a loud warning sound.
d. a device that produces musical notes by rapidly interrupting a current of air or fluid.