πρόχοος

Ancient Greek

noun
Definitions
  • ewer for pouring water upon the hands of guests
  • wine-jug from which the cupbearer pours into the cups
  • unit of measure for liquids used in Tauromenium

Etymology

Affix from Ancient Greek χοῦς (excavated soil, measure of capacity).

Origin

Ancient Greek

χοῦς

Gloss

excavated soil, measure of capacity

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