ἱμάς
Ancient Greek
noun
Definitions
- leathern strap or thong
- straps on which the body of a chariot was hung
- boxing glove, consisting of several straps put round the hand
- chinstrap of a helmet
- magic girdle of Aphrodite
- whip, scourge
- thong or latchet of a sandal
- dog leash
- well-rope
- diseased condition of the uvula
- (architecture) planks laid on rafters
Etymology
Derived from Proto-Indo-European *sh₂i-men (tie, bind).
Origin
Proto-Indo-European
*sh₂i-men
Gloss
tie, bind
Concept
Semantic Field
Clothing and grooming
Ontological Category
Action/Process