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phorbeia.

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

8 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

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

    historical
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From Ancient Greek φορβειά (phorbeiá).

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