staphylion

/stæˈfaɪliən/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ancient Greek boxing headgear.

“In the ancient Olympic games, boxers were required to wear staphylion helmets to protect their heads.”

2. noun

A small cluster of grapes, especially one that has been damaged by frost.

“The staphylion of grapes was discarded because it was too damaged to use.”

Synonyms

  • boxer's helmet
  • cluster
  • headgear

Antonyms

  • large grapes
  • unharmed cluster