previous next
πένταθλ-ος , Lyr. and Ion. πεντάεθλος , ,
A.one who practises the πένταθλον or conquers therein, B.8.27, Arist. Rh.1361b10, Plu.2.737f ; “π. ἀνήρHdt.9.75, IG42(1).99.19 (Epid.).
II. metaph., of one who tries everything, Pl.Amat.138e ; ἐν φιλοσοφίᾳ π. versed in every department of philosophy, D.L.9.37 ; in depreciation, 'jack of all trades', X.HG4.7.5.
hide Dictionary Entry Lookup
Use this tool to search for dictionary entries in all lexica.
Search for in
How to enter text in Greek:
hide References (4 total)
  • Cross-references in general dictionaries from this page (4):
    • Bacchylides, Epinicians, 8.27
    • Herodotus, Histories, 9.75
    • Plato, Lovers, 138e
    • Xenophon, Hellenica, 4.7.5
hide Display Preferences
Greek Display:
Arabic Display:
View by Default:
Browse Bar: