cyathus Meaning & Definition
What Does Cyathus Mean?
As a noun, cyathus means An ancient Roman unit of liquid measure reckoned as the volume of 1+⁄3 Roman ounce of wine and equivalent to about 45 mL although differing slightly over time. It is also used to mean A ladle, especially a small one used for serving wine in ancient Greece and Rome.
Word Facts for Cyathus
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Roman cup, cup and cupful |
| Plural | cyathuses |
Cyathus Definition (Noun)
- An ancient Roman unit of liquid measure reckoned as the volume of 1+⁄3 Roman ounce of wine and equivalent to about 45 mL although differing slightly over time.
- A ladle, especially a small one used for serving wine in ancient Greece and Rome.
- Synonym of kyathos (“an ancient ladle and serving beaker”).
Synonyms of Cyathus
Cyathus synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
cyathus (plural cyathuses or cyathi)
Origin of Cyathus
From Latin cyathus, from Ancient Greek κύαθος (kúathos, “ladle”), of uncertain origin. Doublet of kyathos.
Questions People Ask About Cyathus
What part of speech is cyathus?
Cyathus is a noun.
What is another word for cyathus?
You can replace cyathus with words such as Roman cup, cup and cupful. See the full list of cyathus synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of cyathus?
The plural of cyathus is cyathuses.