criophoros

/krʌɪ.əˈfɒrɒs/

Definitions

1. noun

A vessel or statue in the form of a ram, often used to carry the sacred fire in ancient Greek rituals.

“The archaeologists discovered a beautifully crafted criophoros in the ancient temple.”

Synonyms

  • statuette
  • vessel

Antonyms

  • abomination
  • sacrilege