ΚΟΘΩΝΟΙ, κοθωνοι
KOTHŌNOI, kothōnoi
Sounds Like: koh-THOH-noy
Translations: buskins, high boots, cothurni
From the root: ΚΟΘΩΝΟΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a type of high boot, often associated with actors in ancient Greek tragedy. These boots had thick soles to increase the height of the wearer, making them appear more imposing on stage. They could also be worn for hunting or by soldiers.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Instances
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- Ezra (Beta) — 2:69
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