strigal

/ˈstrɪɡəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A strigil is an ancient Greek or Roman tool used to remove sweat and oil from the body, or a tool used for cleaning or scraping, especially in archaeology.

“The archaeologist carefully used a strigil to remove dirt from the ancient artifacts.”

Synonyms

  • scourge
  • scraping tool
  • strigil

Antonyms

  • balm
  • lotion