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χειρ

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See also: χείρ and χειρ-

Greek

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Etymology

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    Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek χείρ (kheír). Doublet of χέρι (chéri).

    Noun

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    χειρ (cheirf (plural χείρες)

    1. Katharevousa form of χέρι (chéri, hand, arm)

    Usage notes

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    The word continues to be used in expressions such as ζητώ μια χείρα βοηθείας ("I ask for a helping hand") and in compound words.

    Derived terms

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