δέφω

Ancient Greek

Alternative forms

  • δέψω (dépsō)

Etymology

Unknown. Beekes suggests a Pre-Greek origin, if it is indeed related to διφθέρα (diphthéra).

Pronunciation

 

Verb

δέφω • (déphō)

  1. (active voice)
    1. to soften, knead with the hands
  2. (mediopassive)
    1. (vulgar) to masturbate

Conjugation

Derived terms

  • δέψα (dépsa, “tanned skin”)
  • δέψω (dépsō, “I tan”)

Descendants

  • Latin: depsō

References

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