πέλλυτρα

Ancient Greek

noun
Definitions
  • sock or bandage worn by runners on the ankle

Etymology

Compound from Ancient Greek πούς (foot, leg) + Ancient Greek ἔλυτρον (covering).

Origin

Ancient Greek

ἔλυτρον

Gloss

covering

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