 pythias |
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| 1. | [ noun ] friend of Damon; Phintias (according to legend) was condemned to death by Dionysius the Elder and asked a respite to put his affairs in order; Damon pledged his life for his return; when Phintias returned the Tyrant released them both (4th century BC) | |
| Synonyms: | phintias | |
| Related terms: | friend | |
| Similar spelling: |
Pythius Pythiaceae |
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