ἈΝΩΦΡΟΥΡΙΟΝ, ἀνωφρουριον
ANŌPHROURION, anōphrourion
Sounds Like: ah-noh-PHROO-ree-on
Translations: upper fortress, a higher fortress, a citadel, a stronghold
From the root: ἈΝΩΦΡΟΥΡΙΟΝ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This is a compound word formed from 'ἀνώ' (anō), meaning 'up' or 'above', and 'φρούριον' (phrourion), meaning 'fortress' or 'garrison'. It refers to a fortress or stronghold located on higher ground, such as a citadel or an acropolis. It implies a position of strategic advantage due to its elevated location.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Instances
Josephus' The Jewish War
- Book Seven — 6:30
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