pyxis
pyxis
Definition
pyxis (pik′sis)
noun pl. pyx′i·des′-si dēz′
- a vase with a cover, used by the ancient Greeks and Romans
- a small box or case
- Bot. a dehiscent, dry fruit whose upper portion splits off as a lid, as the fruit of a pimpernel
Etymology: ME < L: see pyx
Pyxis
Definition
Pyxis (pik′sis)
noun
a S constellation between Puppis and Antlia
Etymology: ModL, short for Pyxis nautica, mariner's compass < L pyxis: see pyx
pyxis
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- call: The students were influenced by Medieval storage boxes called Pyxes, which were used to hold consecrated wafers.
