chlamys
chlamys · chlamyses · chlamydes
хламида
A short poncho-like cloak caught up on the shoulder, worn by hunters, soldiers, and…A short poncho-like cloak caught up on the shoulder, worn by hunters, soldiers, and horsemen in Ancient Greece.
UK/ˈklamɪs/US/ˈklæmɪs/
Meaning
1 senses(historical)A short poncho-like cloak caught up on the shoulder, worn by hunters, soldiers, and horsemen in Ancient Greece.
хлами́даxlamída
a short mantle or cape fastened at the shoulder; worn by men in ancient Greece
Translations
4 languagesРусский
By meaning 1
short cloak:
Origin
Borrowed from Ancient Greek χλᾰμῠ́ς (khlămŭ́s).Borrowed from Ancient Greek χλᾰμῠ́ς (khlămŭ́s).
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Forms
plural: chlamyses / chlamydesSynonyms
4 synonymsClose in meaning
- collective term for the outer parts of a flower consisting of the calyx and corolla and enclosing the stamens and pistils:perianthfloral envelopeperigoneperigonium