Xyston
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Xyston is a noun meaning A type of long thrusting lance, used in ancient Greece.
Meaning
A type of long thrusting lance, used in ancient Greece.
Example Sentences
The Companions, like the Thessalian cavalry, were a well-mounted force armed with cuirass and the short thrusting spear (xyston) for close combat.
Word Forms
- xystons
- xysta
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include xystus, xystos, xylon, xystarch, sarissophoros, stathmos.
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