xiphos
English
editEtymology
editBorrowed from Ancient Greek ξίφος (xíphos). Doublet of seif.
Noun
editxiphos (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
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