καθ-

καθ-

See also: καθ', κάθ-, and -καθ-

Greek

Alternative forms

• κάθ- (káth-)

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /kaθ/

Prefix

καθ- • (kath-)

1. Alternative form of κατα- (kata-)

   ‎καθ- (kath-) + ‎ελκύω (elkýo, “attract”) → ‎καθελκύω (kathelkýo, “launch a ship”)

Usage notes

Οccurs before vowels which used to receive the ancient rough breathing (δασεία).

Derived terms

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Related terms

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