kriophoros

/krɪˈɒfərɒs/

Definitions

1. noun

A statue of a man carrying a ram on his shoulders, often depicted in ancient Greek art, symbolizing the ritual of the Panathenaia.

“The museum housed an impressive collection of ancient Greek artifacts, including a rare kriophoros sculpture.”

Synonyms

  • agelast
  • rambearer

Antonyms

  • abomination
  • sacrifice