kottabos

/ˈkɒtəbɒs, ˈkɒtɑːbɒs/

Definitions

1. noun

a game of skill played in ancient Greece by throwing small discs at a target, typically a picture of a person

“The ancient Greeks played a game called kottabos, which required great skill and accuracy.”

2. noun

a small disc used in the game of kottabos

“The kottabos discs were made of clay and had a small notch to help the player aim.”

Synonyms

  • discus
  • target game