κεκρύφαλος

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Ancient Greek

Etymology

According to Beekes, undoubtedly of Pre-Greek origin even if traditionally linked to κρύπτω (krúptō, to hide).

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Noun

κεκρύφᾰλος (kekrúphalosm (genitive κεκρῠφάλου); second declension

  1. hairnet for women, snood
  2. part of the headstall of a bridle
  3. (zoology) reticulum, the second stomach of ruminants
  4. pouch or belly of a hunting net

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