Xystus

Translation of "xystus" into Russian

Noun

/ˈzɪstəs/

xystus

xysti pl

xystuses pl

ксист

The ancient Greeks often held athletic competitions in the xystus.

Древние греки часто проводили спортивные соревнования в ксисте.

Additional translations

крытая галерея

Noun

/ˈzɪstəs/

A covered portico or walkway, especially in ancient Greek or Roman architecture, used for exercise or as a promenade.

The athletes gathered in the xystus to warm up before the competition.

In Roman architecture, a garden walk lined with trees or shrubs, often used for exercise.

The villa's xystus was shaded by tall cypress trees.