stichoi

/stiˈkɔɪ, ˈstiːkɔɪ, stɪˈkɔɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

an ancient Greek unit of weight, equal to a sixth of a litra

“The archaeologist measured the ancient vessel’s weight in stichoi to accurately date it.”

2. noun

a poetic term referring to the smallest part of something

“The poet used the term stichoi to describe the delicate threads of a spider’s web.”

Synonyms

  • portion
  • unit

Antonyms

  • mass
  • quantity