synnemata

/sɪnˈɛmətə/

Definitions

1. noun

A term used by the Greek poet Sappho to refer to a woman’s pubic hair, and more broadly, to describe a collection of personal or intimate items.

“The poet’s use of the word ‘synnemata’ to describe a woman’s pubic hair was seen as a bold and innovative move in ancient Greek literature.”

Synonyms

  • intimate items
  • pubic hair

Antonyms

  • distant items
  • public hair