ICHTHYS

Etymology

Noun

ichthys (plural ichthyses)

A stylized representation of a fish, used as a Christian symbol.

Synonym: Jesus fish

A musical conductor's downbeat (because of its similar appearance).

Source: Wiktionary


Ich"thys, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr.

Definition: Same as Ichthus.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

6 January 2025

PREMATURELY

(adverb) (of childbirth) before the end of the normal period of gestation; “the child was born prematurely”


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