sothiac

/sɒθɪæk/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ancient Roman coinage, especially a small copper coin.

“The archaeologist carefully examined the sothiacs found at the excavation site.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Sothiac period in Roman numismatics.

“The historian specialized in Sothiac-era Roman coins.”

Synonyms

  • Roman coin
  • copper coin

Antonyms

  • gold coin
  • silver coin