phorbeia

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A leather strap worn by an aulos player to avoid excessive strain on the lips and cheeks due to continuous blowing.

Word forms

phorbeia

Etymology

From Ancient Greek φορβειά (phorbeiá).

Synonyms

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