γρύλλος

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Ancient Greek

Etymology

Deemed an Egyptian word by Phrynichus (tragic poet). According to Beekes, there is no relation between this word and γρῦλος (grûlos, pig, porker).

Pronunciation

 

Noun

γρύλλος (grúllosm (genitive γρύλλου); second declension

  1. kind of dance performed in Egypt
  2. performer in such a dance
  3. comic figure, caricature

Inflection

Derived terms

Descendants

  • Latin: gryllus

Further reading