Phorbeia
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phorbeia is a noun meaning (historical) A leather strap worn by an aulos player to avoid excessive strain on the lips and cheeks due to continuous blowing.
Meaning
(historical) A leather strap worn by an aulos player to avoid excessive strain on the lips and cheeks due to continuous blowing.
Synonyms for phorbeia
Depending on context, synonyms include capistrum, headstall.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include headstall, opisthosphendone, phalera, ampyx, sphendone, kynodesme.
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