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Pelta

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Translation of "pelta" into Russian

pelta
Noun
raiting
UK
/ˈpɛltə/
US
/ˈpɛl.tə/
peltae pl
The ancient Greek warriors used a pelta as a small shield in battle.
Древнегреческие воины использовали пельту как маленький щит в бою.

Definitions

pelta
Noun
raiting
UK
/ˈpɛltə/
US
/ˈpɛl.tə/
A small, light shield used by ancient Greek and Roman soldiers, typically made of wood or leather.
The soldier carried a pelta into battle, relying on its lightweight design for quick maneuverability.
A crescent-shaped ornament or motif, often used in ancient art and architecture.
The temple's facade was adorned with intricate pelta designs, showcasing the artistry of the period.
A shield-shaped anatomical structure in certain organisms, such as a dorsal sclerite in some insects or a supportive organelle in certain protists.
Under the microscope, the thrips' pelta was clearly visible as a pale, shield-like plate.

Idioms and phrases

carry a pelta
The sculpted figure appears to carry a pelta on (their) left arm.
носить пельту
Скульптурная фигура, кажется, носит пельту на левой руке.
decorated pelta
The museum displays a decorated pelta from the classical era.
украшенная пельта
В музее выставлена украшенная пельта классической эпохи.
depict a pelta
Ancient coins often depict a pelta as a symbol of protection.
изображать пельту
Древние монеты часто изображают пельту как символ защиты.
pelta motif
The vase features a pelta motif painted along its rim.
мотив пельты
На вазе изображён мотив пельты по краю.
pelta shield
The ancient Greek warriors used the pelta shield in battle.
щит пельта
Древнегреческие воины использовали щит пельта в бою.