Skene
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈskiːni/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Skene is a noun meaning An element of ancient Greek theater: the structure at the back of the stage.
Meaning
An element of ancient Greek theater: the structure at the back of the stage.
More Meanings
- Alternative form of skean (“a kind of dagger”).
Example Sentences
But in the dead of njight, who should come in but James Desmond, sword in hand, with a dozen of his ruffians at his heels, each with his glib over his ugly face, and his skene in his hand.
Word Forms
- skenes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scene, parascenium, backcloth, periaktoi, backstage, deck.
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