telamon

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun a figure of a man used as a supporting column

Etymology

From Latin telamon, from Ancient Greek τελαμών (telamṓn, “pillar shaped as a male figure, strap used for carrying”).

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