English Explanatory Dictionary

conisterion

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A room in ancient Greek and Roman gymnasiums where athletes, particularly wrestlers, applied sand or dust to their bodies after being anointed with oil. This practice enhanced grip during matches by counteracting the slipperiness caused by oil and sweat.

Word forms

conisterion conisterions conisterium

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek κονιστήριον (konistḗrion).

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