kommos

/ˈkɒmos/

Definitions

1. noun

A beach or shore in ancient Greece, particularly one with a sandy beach.

“The archaeologists explored the ancient Greek kommos, uncovering remnants of an ancient city.”

2. noun

A small rocky or sandy beach on an island in Greece, especially one used as a stopping place for ships.

“The sailors anchored their ship at the kommos to rest and replenish their supplies.”

Synonyms

  • beach
  • shore

Antonyms

  • desert
  • mountain