xiphos
English edit
Etymology edit
Borrowed from Ancient Greek ξίφος (xíphos). Doublet of seif.
Noun edit
xiphos (plural xiphoses or xiphoi or xiphe)
- (historical) A double-edged, single-handed sword, typically used by Ancient Greek hoplites as a secondary weapon after the dory (thrusting spear) or javelin.
Usage notes edit
- The plural xiphoi is modeled on analogy with similar Greek plurals in English, but would not be considered correct in Greek. The authentic Greek plural xiphe sees only occasional use in English.
Translations edit
sword
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