hydriote

/hɪˈdraɪət/

Definitions

1. noun

A water bearer in ancient Greek mythology, especially one of the attendants of the gods, or an attendant at a public bath, especially one who supplied water.

“In the myth of Hercules, the hydriotes played a crucial role in supplying water to the gods.”

Synonyms

  • mythical attendant
  • water bearer

Antonyms

  • fire carrier