dipylon

adjective

dip·​y·​lon

ˈdipəˌlän

often capitalized

: distinctive of an elaborate stage of ancient Greek pottery making and decorating in the geometric style marked by pictures of funerals

Word History

Etymology

Dipylon, gateway on the west side of ancient Athens, near which pottery in this style has been found

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