noun
- plural of rhyton: ancient drinking vessels, typically horn-shaped and often ending in an animal head
Usage: archaeological; historical
Examples
- The museum displayed several Greek rhytons from the 5th century BCE.
- These silver rhytons were used in religious ceremonies.
- The archaeologists discovered beautifully crafted rhytons in the tomb.
- Ancient Persian rhytons often featured elaborate animal designs.
- The collection includes rhytons shaped like bulls and lions.
- Scholars study these rhytons to understand ancient drinking customs.