οὖς

Ancient Greek

noun
Definitions
  • ear
  • hearing
  • (figuratively) spy
  • handle of a pitcher or cup

Etymology

Inherited from Proto-Indo-European *h₂ṓws, *h₂ew- (perceive, enjoy, consume, see, dress, clooneself, be dressed).

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*h₂ew-

Gloss

perceive, enjoy, consume, see, dress, clooneself, be dressed

Concept
Semantic Field

Food and drink

Ontological Category

Action/Process

Kanji

Emoji

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