ἀφύσσω

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Ancient Greek

Etymology

Ohler explained the form as ἀπο- (apo-) + Proto-Indo-European *h₂ews- (to draw liquids, scoop), the same root of Latin hauriō (to draw, drain), which is quite possible.

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Verb

ἀφῠ́σσω (aphússō)

  1. to draw liquids, decant, especially from a larger vessel with a smaller
  2. to sound, probe
  3. to tap, draw for oneself, help oneself to
    οὐδέ σ᾽ ὀΐω ἐνθάδ᾽ ἄτιμος ἐὼν ἄφενος καὶ πλοῦτον ἀφύξειν
    But neither do I think that for your sake I will be dishonored so that you can tap riches and wealth (Iliad 1.170)

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