semeion

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek σημεῖον (sēmeîon, “a mark”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /sɪˈmaɪ.ɒn/

Noun

semeion (plural semeia)

  1. (prosody) A unit of time, a division of a foot; a mora.
  2. A mark in paleography indicating metrical or other divisions.
  3. A symbol in ancient art associated with the gods and resembling a Roman military standard.
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