kouroi

/ˈkɔʊriː/

Definitions

1. noun

In ancient Greek art, a kouroi is a representation of a male youth, typically depicted nude and idealized, often standing with his weight on one leg.

“The kouroi statues discovered at the ancient Greek site provided valuable insights into the culture’s artistic and philosophical values.”

Synonyms

  • statue
  • youth

Antonyms

  • feminine
  • old