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Meaning of xiphos | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

Definitions

A double-edged, single-handed sword, typically used by Ancient Greek hoplites as a secondary weapon after the dory (thrusting spear) or javelin.

historical

Equivalents

日本語サイフォス

CEFR level

B1

Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

See also

xiphosauran xiphosuran xiphosure xiphosurid xiphydriid Xiping