ποδοστράβη

Ancient Greek

noun
Definitions
  • snare, gin, trap
  • instrument for straining or twisting the feet (in surgical operations or in torture)

Etymology

Compound from Ancient Greek πούς (foot, leg) + Ancient Greek στραβός (distorted, squinting).

Origin

Ancient Greek

στραβός

Gloss

distorted, squinting

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