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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A side entrance to an Ancient Greek theater, affording access to the stage or orchestra.
2. 2
   The ode sung by the chorus as it enters the orchestra, typically following the play's prologue.

Synonyms

All synonyms

eisodoseisodosparodeparodus

Etymology

From Ancient Greek πάροδος (párodos, “entrance”), from παρα- (para-) + ὁδός (hodós, “path, road”).

Related phrases

ancient greek

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