xystus Definition
- 1a covered portico used by the ancient Greeks for athletic exercises
- 2a covered walkway in the Roman forum
Using xystus: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "xystus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The athletes trained in the xystus.
Example
The xystus was a popular place for public gatherings.
Origins of xystus
from Greek 'xustos', meaning 'smooth, scraped, polished'
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Summary: xystus in Brief
'Xystus' [zikstəs] is a noun that refers to two different structures. In ancient Greece, it was a covered portico used for athletic exercises, while in the Roman forum, it was a covered walkway. Examples of its use include 'The athletes trained in the xystus' and 'The xystus was a popular place for public gatherings.'
