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Etymology · Ancient Greek

ξίφος

4 English words descend from Ancient Greek ξίφος, most common first.

chloroxiphiteAn olive-green monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing chlorine, copper, hydrogen, lead, and oxygen.
xiphisternumSynonym of xiphoid process.
xipho-sword; sword-shaped
xiphosA double-edged, single-handed sword, typically used by Ancient Greek hoplites as a secondary weapon after the dory (thrusting spear) or javelin.